How To Fix ACRSL042 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

ACRSL042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACRSL - Messages for Depreciation Keys and Calculation Methods

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Depreciation key &V1& in chart of depreciation &V2& cannot be deleted,
since it is still being used in at least one asset class (asset class
&V3&).

System Response

Depreciation key &V1& is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Change the depreciation key in asset class &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACRSL042 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ACRSL042 indicates that a specific depreciation key (identified by &1) cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting when there are dependencies or references to the depreciation key that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Active Assignments: The depreciation key is currently assigned to one or more assets. If assets are using this key for their depreciation calculations, it cannot be deleted.
  Historical Data: If there are historical transactions or postings that reference the depreciation key, it may be locked for deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Configuration Dependencies: The depreciation key may be part of a configuration that is still active or in use, such as being linked to a specific asset class or accounting area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) to check if the depreciation key is assigned to any assets. If it is, you will need to change the assets to use a