How To Fix CNV_20200_CHECK418 - No ledger-dep. deprec. runs exist in FI-AA for participating CoCds

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20200_CHECK - Messages for check functions (company code merge)

• Message number: 418

• Message text: No ledger-dep. deprec. runs exist in FI-AA for participating CoCds

What causes this issue?

No ledger-dependent depreciation runs exist in FI-AA for the
participating company codes.

System Response

Information

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK418 - No ledger-dep. deprec. runs exist in FI-AA for participating CoCds ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20200_CHECK418 indicates that there are no ledger-dependent depreciation runs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module for the participating company codes. This error typically arises during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Conversion Tools or during system upgrades.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Depreciation Runs: The primary cause of this error is that there are no depreciation runs executed for the specified company codes in the Asset Accounting module. This could happen if:
  
  The company codes have not been set up correctly.
  Depreciation runs have not been executed for the relevant periods.
  The system is in a state where it has not yet processed any depreciation for the assets.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Asset Accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing existing depreciation runs.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, it is possible that the necessary data for depreciation runs was not included or was incorrectly mapped.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Execute Depreciation Runs: Ensure that depreciation runs have been executed for the relevant company codes. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code AFAB (Run Depreciation) in SAP.
  Selecting the appropriate company codes and executing the depreciation run for the required periods.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in Asset Accounting to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes:
  
  Validating the settings for the company codes.
  Ensuring that the necessary ledgers are activated and configured properly.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the migration data to ensure that all necessary asset and depreciation data has been included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using, as there may be additional steps or considerations based on your system's configuration.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  OAYZ: Define Depreciation Areas
  OAYD: Define Asset Classes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific transaction you are working with. These notes often contain solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Asset Accounting and the processes involved in executing depreciation runs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CNV_20200_CHECK418 and ensure that your Asset Accounting processes are functioning correctly.