How To Fix J3R_LEGAL_FORMS160 - No valid depreciation value for & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3R_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 160

• Message text: No valid depreciation value for & &

What causes this issue?

There are no posted depreciation values defined for the asset in the
given year/period.

System Response

This can have the result that the posted net book value (NBV) is
different from the planned NBV.

How to fix this error?

Check the depreciation run.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS160 - No valid depreciation value for & & ?

  The SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS160 typically indicates that there is no valid depreciation value for the asset in question. This error often arises in the context of legal forms or reporting related to asset accounting, particularly in countries where specific legal requirements must be met for asset depreciation reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Depreciation Values: The asset may not have any depreciation values calculated for the specified period.
  Incorrect Asset Configuration: The asset master data may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incorrect depreciation information.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the depreciation may be closed or not open for posting.
  Depreciation Key Issues: The depreciation key assigned to the asset may not be configured correctly or may not allow for the calculation of depreciation.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the asset, such as incorrect dates or amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Verify the asset master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the depreciation key and useful life.
  Run Depreciation Calculation: Ensure that the depreciation run has been executed for the relevant periods. You can do this using transaction code AFAB (Run Depreciation).
  Review Posting Periods: Check the posting periods in the Asset Accounting (AA) module to ensure that the relevant periods are open for posting.
  Validate Depreciation Key: Ensure that the depreciation key assigned to the asset is correctly configured and allows for the calculation of depreciation.
  Check for Errors in Previous Periods: If there were errors in previous depreciation runs, they may need to be corrected before the current period can be processed.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines specific to your country’s legal requirements for asset depreciation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS03: Display Asset
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  OAYZ: Configure Depreciation Keys
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Legal Requirements: Be aware of the legal requirements for asset depreciation in your country, as these can affect how depreciation is calculated and reported.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting.