How To Fix ACRSL053 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Depreciation key &V1& in chart of depreciation &V2& cannot be deleted
because values for the unit-of-production method of depreciation exist
for at least for company code &V3&.

System Response

Depreciation key &V1& is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entries for the unit-of-production method of depreciation of
depreciation key &V1& in transaction AO25.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACRSL053 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ACRSL053 indicates that a specific depreciation key (denoted 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.
  Configuration Dependencies: The depreciation key may be linked to specific configuration settings or rules that are still in use.
  Historical Data: If there are historical transactions or postings that reference the depreciation key, it may be locked for deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Customizations: Custom developments or enhancements may also be preventing the deletion of the depreciation key.
  
  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 depreciation key for those assets before you can delete it.
  You can also use transaction OAYZ to view the depreciation keys and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Change Depreciation Key: 
  
  If the depreciation key is in use, consider changing it to another key for the affected assets. This can be done in the asset master record.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that there are no dependencies preventing the deletion. This can be done in transaction SPRO (Customizing) under the Asset Accounting section.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: 
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the asset accounting data that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to depreciation keys for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding deletion.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect that there may be a bug or a deeper issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset records.
  Depreciation Key Configuration: Understand how depreciation keys are configured in SAP, including the rules and methods associated with them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to depreciation keys and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the reason for the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.