How To Fix AU024 - Depreciation area not in chart of depreciation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Depreciation area not in chart of depreciation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU024 - Depreciation area not in chart of depreciation ?

  The SAP error message AU024, which states "Depreciation area not in chart of depreciation," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the depreciation area assigned to an asset and the chart of depreciation defined in the system. This error can arise during asset transactions, such as asset postings or during the execution of depreciation runs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The depreciation area assigned to the asset is not included in the chart of depreciation that is currently being used.
  Incorrect Assignment: The asset may have been assigned to a depreciation area that is not valid for the chart of depreciation.
  Changes in Configuration: If changes were made to the chart of depreciation or depreciation areas after the asset was created, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Data (Transaction Code: AS03) and check the depreciation area assigned to the asset.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is correctly configured and is part of the chart of depreciation being used.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Depreciation:
  
  Use Transaction Code: OAVC to check the configuration of the chart of depreciation.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is included in the chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the depreciation area is not included in the chart of depreciation, you may need to add it. This can be done in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: OAYZ).
  Make sure that the necessary settings for the depreciation area are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Reassign Depreciation Area:
  
  If the depreciation area is incorrect, you may need to reassign the correct depreciation area to the asset.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Data
  OAVC: View Chart of Depreciation
  OAYZ: Define Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AU024 error and ensure that your asset transactions can proceed without issues.