How To Fix FIAAIT_IS018 - Company codes use different ledgers in depreciation area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIAAIT_IS - IT FI-AA IS

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Company codes use different ledgers in depreciation area &1

What causes this issue?

You execute the report for multiple company codes. In this case, the
same depreciation area must use the same ledger in all company codes.
However, different ledgers were identified for depreciation area &V1& in
selected company codes. This is not allowed.

System Response

Report execution is aborted.

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 FIAAIT_IS018 - Company codes use different ledgers in depreciation area &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIAAIT_IS018 indicates that there is a mismatch in the configuration of company codes regarding the ledgers used in a specific depreciation area. This typically occurs when you are trying to post an asset transaction that involves multiple company codes, and those company codes are set up to use different ledgers in the specified depreciation area.
  Cause:
  
  Different Ledgers: The company codes involved in the transaction are configured to use different ledgers for the same depreciation area. This can happen if the company codes are set up with different accounting principles or if they are using different versions of the ledger.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the asset accounting settings for the involved company codes.
  Cross-Company Code Transactions: If you are trying to perform a cross-company code transaction, the asset accounting settings must be aligned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 settings for the involved company codes are consistent, particularly regarding the ledgers used.
  
  
  
  Align Company Codes:
  
  If the company codes are intended to use the same ledger for the depreciation area, you may need to adjust the configuration to ensure they are aligned.
  If they are meant to use different ledgers, ensure that the transactions you are trying to post are appropriate for the respective company codes.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data for the assets involved in the transaction. Ensure that the depreciation area settings are correct and consistent across the relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to resolve discrepancies in ledger settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset master data.
  Cross-Company Code Transactions: Understand the implications of cross-company code transactions in SAP, especially in terms of asset accounting and how it affects financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.