How To Fix FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL013 - Depreciation area &1 and accounting principle &2 do not agree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL - Messages for BF FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Depreciation area &1 and accounting principle &2 do not agree

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL013 - Depreciation area &1 and accounting principle &2 do not agree ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL013 indicates a configuration issue related to the depreciation areas and accounting principles in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Specifically, it means that there is a mismatch between the settings of the specified depreciation area and the accounting principle.
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The depreciation area specified in the error message is not properly configured to align with the accounting principle. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect settings in the configuration of the depreciation area.
  The accounting principle may not be assigned to the depreciation area correctly.
  The depreciation area may not be set up to handle the specific accounting principle.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during asset creation or modification can lead to this error.
  
  
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration of depreciation areas or accounting principles, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL013 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Verify that the depreciation area in question is correctly configured for the accounting principle mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Accounting Principles:
  
  Ensure that the accounting principle is correctly assigned to the depreciation area.
  Check if the accounting principle is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Asset Master Data:
  
  Review the asset master data for the asset that triggered the error. Check the depreciation area settings and ensure they align with the accounting principles.
  If necessary, correct any discrepancies in the asset master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring depreciation areas and accounting principles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the asset transactions again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and correcting any discrepancies, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  AS01 (to create asset)
  AS02 (to change asset)
  AS03 (to display asset)
  
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes related to Asset Accounting configuration.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and audit your asset accounting configuration to ensure compliance with accounting principles and to prevent such errors from occurring in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FAA_CFG_PARALLEL_VAL013 error in your SAP system.