How To Fix AU017 - Area &1 not active in asset class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Area &1 not active in asset class &2

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& that you want to create, is deactivated in asset
class &V2&.

System Response

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU017 - Area &1 not active in asset class &2 ?

  The SAP error message AU017 indicates that a specific area in an asset class is not active. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post an asset transaction (like acquisition, transfer, or retirement) for an asset that is assigned to an area that has not been activated in the asset class configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Area: The area specified in the error message is not active for the asset class you are working with. Each asset class can have multiple areas (like book value, tax value, etc.), and if one of these areas is not activated, you will encounter this error.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the asset class may not have been set up correctly, leading to certain areas being inactive.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to perform may require a specific area to be active, which is not the case here.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AU017 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAOA (or navigate through the menu: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Asset Class > Define Asset Class).
  Select the asset class mentioned in the error message and check the areas configured for it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Required Area:
  
  If the area is indeed inactive, you will need to activate it. This can be done in the same configuration screen where you checked the asset class.
  Ensure that the area you need is marked as active.
  
  
  
  Review Area Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the area to ensure they are correctly configured for the intended transactions. This includes depreciation settings, posting rules, etc.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction Again:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Areas: In SAP Asset Accounting, areas are used to manage different valuations of assets (e.g., book value, tax value). Each area can have its own set of rules and configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OAOA: Define Asset Class
  OAYZ: Define Areas for Asset Classes
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on asset accounting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AU017 error and successfully process your asset transactions.