How To Fix AP070 - Please maintain the company code for depreciation simulation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Please maintain the company code for depreciation simulation

What causes this issue?

You need a company code in order to maintain depreciation simulation
data.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a company code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP070 - Please maintain the company code for depreciation simulation ?

  The SAP error message AP070 ("Please maintain the company code for depreciation simulation") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for a company code related to depreciation simulation. This can happen during various processes, such as asset postings or when running depreciation simulations.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The company code has not been properly configured for asset accounting, specifically for depreciation simulation.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the company code in the Asset Accounting configuration may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code may not be active or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AP070 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Asset Accounting -> Integration -> Define Company Code for Asset Accounting
  
  Ensure that the company code is defined and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Maintain Depreciation Areas:
  
  Ensure that the depreciation areas are correctly assigned to the company code. You can check this in the same configuration area under:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Asset Accounting -> Valuation -> Depreciation Areas -> Define Depreciation Areas
  
  
  
  
  Check for Active Company Code:
  
  Verify that the company code is active. You can check this in the company code settings:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Financial Accounting -> Define Company
  
  
  
  
  Run the Asset Accounting Configuration Check:
  
  Use transaction code OAOA to check the configuration for asset accounting and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on the specific configuration needed for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAOA (for asset accounting settings), OAYZ (for depreciation areas), and OABW (for asset master data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the AP070 error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AP070 error and ensure that the company code is properly maintained for depreciation simulation in SAP.