How To Fix GLOFAARU_DEPRBON037 - Asset &1-&2 has depreciation bonus &3 &4 to be restored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLOFAARU_DEPRBON - Depreciation bonus: Messages in new FI-AA

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Asset &1-&2 has depreciation bonus &3 &4 to be restored

What causes this issue?

Before post the retirement you should restore depreciation bonus &V3&
&V4& posted to the asset &V1&-&V2&

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?

Perform restore depreciaton bonus for the current asset.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLOFAARU_DEPRBON037 - Asset &1-&2 has depreciation bonus &3 &4 to be restored ?

  The SAP error message GLOFAARU_DEPRBON037 indicates that there is an issue related to the depreciation bonus for an asset. Specifically, it suggests that the system has detected a depreciation bonus that needs to be restored for the specified asset.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset may have been configured incorrectly in the system, leading to discrepancies in the depreciation calculations.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments or postings related to the asset's depreciation may have been made that conflict with the system's expected behavior.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the asset master data or transaction data that affect the calculation of depreciation bonuses.
  Period Closing Issues: If the periods have been closed incorrectly or if there are pending transactions that need to be processed, this can lead to such errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the asset in question. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out and that the asset is configured properly for depreciation.
  
  
  Review Depreciation Areas: Check the depreciation areas associated with the asset. Ensure that the settings for depreciation bonuses are correct and that they align with your organization's policies.
  
  
  Analyze Depreciation Calculation: Use transaction codes like AFAR (for recalculating depreciation) or AW01N (to display asset) to analyze the depreciation calculation for the asset. Look for any discrepancies or unusual entries.
  
  
  Restore Depreciation Bonus: If the system indicates that a depreciation bonus needs to be restored, you may need to execute a transaction to restore it. This could involve reversing previous postings or making adjustments to the asset's depreciation.
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that could be affecting the asset's depreciation. If there are, process or reverse them as necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling depreciation bonuses and related error messages.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS02: Change Asset
  AW01N: Display Asset
  AFAR: Recalculate Depreciation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to restore the depreciation bonus for the specified asset.