How To Fix APERB220 - No posting depreciation area could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APERB - Error Messages for Periodic Posting Run

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No posting depreciation area could be determined

What causes this issue?

You have started a report for depreciation area &V2& in company code
&V1&, for which depreciation terms have to be determined. Since
depreciation area &V2& itself does <ZH>not</> post any depreciation, the
system tried to find a suitable depreciation area from which the
depreciation terms could be adopted.
However, the system could <ZH>not</> find a suitable depreciation area.

System Response

The report <ZH>cannot</> be executed.

How to fix this error?

Start the report for a different depreciation area.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APERB220 - No posting depreciation area could be determined ?

  The SAP error message APERB220, which states "No posting depreciation area could be determined," typically occurs during the asset accounting processes, particularly when trying to post depreciation or perform related transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid depreciation area for the asset in question.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The depreciation area may not be configured correctly in the asset master record. This can happen if the depreciation area is not assigned to the relevant company code or if the configuration for the depreciation area is incomplete.
  
  
  Asset Master Record Issues: The asset master record may not have the necessary data filled in, such as the correct asset class or depreciation area settings.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, or the fiscal year may not be open for the depreciation area in question.
  
  
  Incorrect Asset Class: The asset class assigned to the asset may not have a valid depreciation area defined.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrectly Defined Depreciation Areas: The depreciation area may not be defined in the system or may not be set up to allow postings.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Record: Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify that the depreciation areas are correctly defined and assigned. Ensure that the necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration for the depreciation areas in the Asset Accounting settings (transaction code OAYZ). Ensure that the depreciation area is properly defined and linked to the relevant company code.
  
  
  Open Posting Periods: Verify that the posting periods for the relevant fiscal year are open for the depreciation area. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  Asset Class Configuration: Ensure that the asset class assigned to the asset has the correct depreciation area settings. You can check this in the configuration settings for asset classes (transaction code OAOA).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Define Depreciation Areas
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  OAOA: Define Asset Classes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to asset accounting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the APERB220 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.