How To Fix G0873 - &1 is not a valid depreciation method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 873

• Message text: &1 is not a valid depreciation method

What causes this issue?

'&V1&' is not a valid depreciation method.

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?

Use one of the following:
'0' for the straight-line method
'1' for the declining balance method

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0873 - &1 is not a valid depreciation method ?

  The SAP error message G0873 indicates that the depreciation method specified in the system is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when trying to post or process transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Depreciation Method: The depreciation method you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be valid for the asset class you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The depreciation method may not be properly configured in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class associated with the asset may not have the specified depreciation method assigned to it.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the entry of the depreciation method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Method:
  
  Go to the transaction code OADB (or use the menu path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Depreciation Method).
  Verify that the depreciation method you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OAOA to check the configuration of the asset class.
  Ensure that the depreciation method is assigned to the correct asset class.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the depreciation method in your transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting for more details on valid depreciation methods and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  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 data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error G0873 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify asset accounting settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.