How To Fix J3R_LEGAL_FORMS455 - Chart of depr. & defined by comp. code & doesn't contain depr. area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3R_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 455

• Message text: Chart of depr. & defined by comp. code & doesn't contain depr. area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS455 - Chart of depr. & defined by comp. code & doesn't contain depr. area & ?

  The SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS455 typically relates to issues with the configuration of depreciation areas in the Asset Accounting module. This error indicates that there is a problem with the chart of depreciation defined for a company code, specifically that it does not contain a depreciation area that is required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Depreciation Area: The chart of depreciation assigned to the company code does not include the necessary depreciation area that is required for the legal forms or reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for the chart of depreciation or the asset accounting settings.
  Inconsistent Data: The asset master data may reference a depreciation area that is not defined in the chart of depreciation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Chart of Depreciation:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify that the chart of depreciation assigned to the company code includes all necessary depreciation areas.
  If a required depreciation area is missing, you may need to add it to the chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master records (Transaction code: AS03) to ensure that the depreciation areas referenced are correctly set up and correspond to the chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to adjust the configuration settings for the chart of depreciation or the asset accounting settings to ensure they align with the legal requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on configuring depreciation areas and charts of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the asset accounting processes function correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAYZ: Configuration for Chart of Depreciation.
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Legal Requirements: Ensure that the depreciation areas configured comply with local legal requirements for financial reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.