How To Fix AY022 - Special depr. start was in closed year. Please check change.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Special depr. start was in closed year. Please check change.

What causes this issue?

The special depreciation start date &V2& was entered before &V1&.
The special depreciation start date &V2& is no longer in a closed
fiscal year.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether this change is correct.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY022 - Special depr. start was in closed year. Please check change. ?

  The SAP error message AY022 ("Special depreciation start was in closed year. Please check change.") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to post a special depreciation or adjustment for an asset that has a start date in a fiscal year that has already been closed. This can happen during asset transactions such as adjustments, transfers, or when trying to change asset master data.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Fiscal Year: The special depreciation or adjustment is set to start in a fiscal year that has already been closed in the system. SAP does not allow postings to closed periods to maintain the integrity of financial reporting.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have been incorrectly set up, leading to a special depreciation start date that falls within a closed fiscal year.
  Posting Period Settings: The posting period settings in the configuration may restrict postings to certain periods, including closed years.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status: Verify the status of the fiscal year in question. If the year is closed, you will need to either:
  
  Reopen the fiscal year (if permissible and appropriate) to allow for the posting.
  Adjust the special depreciation start date to a valid open fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data: Go to the asset master record and check the special depreciation settings. Ensure that the start date for special depreciation is set to a valid open fiscal year.
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods: If necessary, review the posting period settings in the configuration (Transaction Code: OB52) to ensure that they allow for the required postings.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of reopening a fiscal year or changing asset data, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset) to modify the asset master data or AS03 (Display Asset) to review the current settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on asset accounting for more details on special depreciation and fiscal year handling.
  User Forums: Consider looking at SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY022 error and ensure that your asset accounting processes are functioning correctly.