How To Fix AY351 - &2 is not allowed in depreciation area &1 of the target asset

AY351 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 351

• Message text: &2 is not allowed in depreciation area &1 of the target asset

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to manage &V2& in depreciation area &V1& in the
target asset. However, this is allowed in depreciation area &V1& in
the originating asset. If &V2& is actually managed in the originating
asset, it cannot be transferred to the new asset.

System Response

If &V2& is managed in the old asset, these values are not transferred
to the new asset. The new asset has the value 0 here.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY351 - &2 is not allowed in depreciation area &1 of the target asset ?

  The SAP error message AY351 indicates that a specific transaction or action is not allowed in a particular depreciation area of a target asset. This error typically arises during asset accounting processes, such as when trying to post a transaction that is not permitted for the specified depreciation area.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The depreciation area may not be configured to allow certain types of transactions (e.g., acquisitions, retirements, transfers).
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type being used may not be valid for the specified depreciation area.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class associated with the asset may have restrictions that prevent certain actions in specific depreciation areas.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed for the depreciation area, preventing any new transactions from being posted.
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow for the requested action (e.g., retired, inactive).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the depreciation area in