How To Fix FILA_WRITE_DOWN113 - Residual value must be positive; system has corrected depreciation values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILA_WRITE_DOWN -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Residual value must be positive; system has corrected depreciation values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILA_WRITE_DOWN113 - Residual value must be positive; system has corrected depreciation values ?

  The SAP error message FILA_WRITE_DOWN113 indicates that there is an issue with the residual value of an asset in the Asset Accounting module. Specifically, the error states that the residual value must be positive, and the system has automatically corrected the depreciation values to address this issue.
  Cause:
  
  
  Negative Residual Value: The primary cause of this error is that the calculated residual value of the asset is negative or zero. This can happen due to incorrect settings in the asset master data, such as:
  
  Incorrectly defined depreciation areas.
  Incorrectly entered acquisition costs or accumulated depreciation.
  Changes in the asset's useful life or depreciation method that lead to a negative residual value.
  
  
  
  Depreciation Calculation Issues: If the depreciation calculation has been set up incorrectly, it may lead to a situation where the total depreciation exceeds the acquisition cost, resulting in a negative residual value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the affected asset. Ensure that:
  
  The acquisition cost is correctly entered.
  The useful life and depreciation method are appropriate for the asset.
  The residual value is set correctly and is positive.
  
  
  
  Review Depreciation Areas: Check the settings for the depreciation areas associated with the asset. Ensure that the depreciation calculation is set up correctly and that the residual value is defined properly.
  
  
  Adjust Depreciation Values: If the system has corrected the depreciation values, you may need to manually adjust them to ensure that they align with your accounting policies and the asset's characteristics.
  
  
  Run Depreciation Simulation: Use the depreciation simulation tool in SAP to see how changes to the asset master data or depreciation settings will affect the depreciation calculations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling depreciation and residual values.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AW01N (Asset Explorer), and AFAB (Run Depreciation) to manage and review asset data.
  Depreciation Methods: Familiarize yourself with different depreciation methods (e.g., straight-line, declining balance) and how they impact residual values.
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure they align with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the negative residual value and ensuring that all asset-related data is accurate, you can resolve the FILA_WRITE_DOWN113 error effectively.