How To Fix AY312 - Depreciation simulation data is created without cost center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Depreciation simulation data is created without cost center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY312 - Depreciation simulation data is created without cost center ?

  The SAP error message AY312 indicates that depreciation simulation data has been created without a cost center. This typically occurs during the depreciation run or when simulating depreciation for fixed assets. The absence of a cost center can lead to issues in financial reporting and cost allocation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center Assignment: The fixed asset may not have a cost center assigned in its master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for asset accounting may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the cost center.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the asset master record, the cost center field may have been left blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02).
  Verify that the cost center is correctly assigned in the relevant asset class and under the appropriate tab (usually the "Cost Center" tab).
  If the cost center is missing, assign the correct cost center and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for asset accounting is set up to require a cost center for the relevant asset classes.
  Check the settings in the Asset Accounting configuration (transaction code SPRO) under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) -> Asset Accounting -> Integration with Controlling -> Define Cost Center Assignment.
  
  
  
  
  
  Run Depreciation Simulation Again:
  
  After correcting the asset master data, rerun the depreciation simulation to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to asset accounting and cost center assignments for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check for Batch Jobs:
  
  If the error occurs during a batch job, ensure that all assets processed in the job have valid cost center assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  OAOA: Define Asset Classes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify asset master data and run depreciation simulations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY312 error and ensure that depreciation simulation data is correctly associated with a cost center.