Message type: E = Error
Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages
Message number: 244
Message text: The depreciation start date is not set in depreciation area &.
The depreciation start date is not set for the depreciation area.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Either the depreciation start date is set when accumulated depreciation
is calculated, or you must explicitly enter the date during the legacy
data transfer.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
The SAP error message AU244 indicates that the depreciation start date has not been set for a specific depreciation area in the asset accounting module. This error typically arises when you are trying to post an asset transaction (like acquisition or transfer) and the system cannot determine when the asset should start depreciating.
Cause: Missing Depreciation Start Date: The depreciation start date is not defined for the asset in the specified depreciation area.
Configuration Issues: The depreciation area may not be properly configured in the asset master record. Asset Master Record: The asset master record may not have been fully maintained, leading to missing information.
Solution: To resolve the AU244 error, follow these steps: Check Asset Master Record: Go to the Asset Master Record (Transaction Code: AS02). Enter the asset number and the company code. Check the depreciation area settings. Ensure that the depreciation start date is filled in for the relevant depreciation area. Set Depreciation Start Date: If the depreciation start
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