How To Fix FAA_MD009 - Depreciation area &1 is not assigned in the asset class or main asset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Depreciation area &1 is not assigned in the asset class or main asset

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& is <ZH>not</> assigned in the asset class or main
asset.
This error can occur in the following situations:
You are creating a main asset with default data inherited from the asset
class. And you are adding depreciation area &V1& to the main asset.
However, depreciation area &V1& is <ZH>not</> assigned to the asset
class. This is <ZH>not</> allowed.
You are adding depreciation area &V1& to a sub asset.
However, &V1& is <ZH>not</> assigned to the main asset. This is not
allowed.

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?

Please choose a depreciation area that is assigned to the asset class or
to the main asset.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD009 - Depreciation area &1 is not assigned in the asset class or main asset ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD009 indicates that a specific depreciation area is not assigned to the asset class or the main asset. This error typically occurs during asset transactions, such as when trying to post an acquisition or transfer of an asset.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The depreciation area specified in the transaction is not assigned to the asset class or the main asset in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The asset class may not have been properly configured to include the required depreciation areas.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may not have the correct settings or may be incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_MD009 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAYZ (or navigate through the SAP menu: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Asset Class > Define Asset Class).
  Verify that the depreciation area in question is assigned to the relevant asset class.
  
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code OADB to check the assignment of depreciation areas to the asset class.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is correctly assigned to the asset class.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS03 to display the asset master record.
  Check the "Depreciation Areas" tab to see if the required depreciation area is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Asset Master Data:
  
  If the depreciation area is missing, you may need to adjust the asset master data using transaction code AS02 (Change Asset Master Record) to include the necessary depreciation area.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator to ensure that the asset class and depreciation area settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Areas: These are used in asset accounting to define how an asset is depreciated for different purposes (e.g., financial reporting, tax reporting).
  Asset Classes: These categorize assets based on their characteristics and determine how they are managed in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), OAYZ (Define Asset Class), and OADB (Define Depreciation Areas).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_MD009 error and ensure that the depreciation area is correctly assigned to the asset class or main asset.