How To Fix FVD_DEFCAP180 - Capitalization of overdue items was not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEFCAP - Deferral/Capitalization

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Capitalization of overdue items was not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP180 - Capitalization of overdue items was not activated ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP180 indicates that the capitalization of overdue items has not been activated in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of asset accounting or financial management where overdue items may need to be capitalized for proper financial reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration for capitalizing overdue items may not be set up correctly. This could be due to missing settings in the relevant configuration areas.
  Business Process: The business process being executed may not allow for the capitalization of overdue items based on the current settings or business rules.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to the capitalization of overdue items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Look for the settings related to asset accounting or financial management.
  Ensure that the option for capitalizing overdue items is activated. This may involve checking the settings under "Financial Accounting" > "Asset Accounting" > "Integration" > "Define Capitalization of Overdue Items".
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the business processes being followed align with the requirements for capitalizing overdue items.
  If necessary, update the business process documentation and training for users.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to capitalize overdue items.
  If required, work with your SAP security team to adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting and overdue item capitalization for any additional insights or steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the capitalization of overdue items works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and others that may be involved in the capitalization process.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FVD_DEFCAP180 and ensure that the capitalization of overdue items is properly activated in your SAP system.