How To Fix AU006 - Depreciation area cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Depreciation area cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& that you entered in chart of depreciation &V2&
cannot be processed, as this program can only process real depreciation
areas and not derived areas.

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?

Check your entries.
Check the definition of the depreciation area you specified.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU006 - Depreciation area cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message AU006, which states "Depreciation area cannot be processed," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the depreciation areas in the asset master record. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Depreciation Area: The depreciation area you are trying to process may not be active or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The depreciation area may not be set up in the asset accounting configuration (e.g., in the Customizing settings).
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may have incorrect or incomplete data related to the depreciation area.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the depreciation area may be closed or not open for posting.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type being used may not be allowed for the specified depreciation area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings (Transaction code SPRO) and navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Depreciation > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Ensure that the depreciation area in question is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use Transaction code AS03 to display the asset master record and check the depreciation area settings.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods for the relevant fiscal year and ensure that the posting period for the depreciation area is open.
  You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is allowed for the depreciation area. This can be checked in the configuration settings for transaction types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting for any specific notes or guidelines regarding depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the AU006 error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to asset accounting and the specific depreciation area.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in asset accounting for further assistance.