How To Fix AY013 - Depreciation simulation data deleted due to change of company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Depreciation simulation data deleted due to change of company code

What causes this issue?

The change of the company code &V2& to &V1& resulted in two different
charts of depreciation. Therefore, the system deleted the depreciation
simulation data you created.

System Response

The system also carried out the change of company code for
the depreciation simulation data. When you save, the depreciation
simulation data you entered for company code &V2& is not stored.

How to fix this error?

If you need the depreciation simulation parameters, call up the
screen for maintaining the depreciation parameters.
You can then maintain the depreciation simulation data for your
new company code.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY013 - Depreciation simulation data deleted due to change of company code ?

  The SAP error message AY013 indicates that depreciation simulation data has been deleted due to a change in the company code. This typically occurs when an asset is transferred from one company code to another, and the system needs to ensure that the depreciation calculations are accurate and relevant to the new company code.
  Cause:
  
  Change of Company Code: The primary cause of this error is the transfer of an asset from one company code to another. When this happens, the system deletes any existing depreciation simulation data that is no longer applicable to the new company code.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the asset master data or if the asset is not properly configured for the new company code, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the asset accounting settings related to company codes can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Transfer: Ensure that the asset transfer process is correctly executed. Verify that the asset is properly assigned to the new company code and that all necessary data has been updated.
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that may affect depreciation calculations. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly for the new company code.
  Re-run Depreciation Simulation: After confirming that the asset is correctly configured for the new company code, re-run the depreciation simulation to generate the necessary data for the new company code.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting and company code changes for any specific steps or considerations that may apply to your situation.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the new company code.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the asset transfer has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset data across company codes.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting for further assistance.