How To Fix AY016 - Depreciation simulation data deleted due to change of company code

AY016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

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

What causes this issue?

The change from company code &V2& to &V1& was carried out. The new
company code &V1& is not set up for Asset Accounting. Therefore the
depreciation simulation data that was created has been deleted.

System Response

The system also carried out the company code change for the
depreciation simulation data. When you save, the depreciation
simulation data for company code &V2& is deleted.

How to fix this error?

You cannot maintain depreciation simulation data for company code &V1&.
In order to maintain simulation parameters, you must first set up
company code &V1& for Asset Accounting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY016 - Depreciation simulation data deleted due to change of company code ?

  The SAP error message AY016 indicates that depreciation simulation data has been deleted due to a change in the company code. This typically occurs when there is a modification in the asset master data that involves changing the company code associated with an asset. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Change of Company Code: The primary cause of this error is the change of the company code in the asset master record. When the company code is changed, the system deletes any existing depreciation simulation data because this data is specific to the original company code.
  Asset Master Data Changes: If you are trying to simulate depreciation for an asset that has had its company code changed, the system will not be able to find the relevant simulation data, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Verify the asset master data to ensure that the company code