How To Fix UCMA004 - &1: Capitalization follows the starting date of valuation allowances

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMA - Assets/Liabilities

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1: Capitalization follows the starting date of valuation allowances

What causes this issue?

The year and period of capitalization may not be after the starting date
of valuation allowances. This is the case in the customizing settings
for &V1&.

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?

Enter a year and period of capitalization that occurs <ZH>before</> the
starting date of valuation allowances.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMA004 - &1: Capitalization follows the starting date of valuation allowances ?

  The SAP error message UCMA004 indicates that there is an issue with the capitalization of assets in relation to the starting date of valuation allowances. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting when the system detects that the capitalization date of an asset is set to a date that is later than the date of the valuation allowance.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Capitalization Date: The asset has been capitalized on a date that is after the date of the valuation allowance. This means that the asset's value is being recognized in the books after the allowance has already been established.
  Valuation Allowance Date: The valuation allowance is set for a period that overlaps with the asset's capitalization, but the capitalization date is not aligned with the allowance date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are not aligned with the business processes or accounting standards being followed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCMA004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Capitalization Date: Review the capitalization date of the asset in question. Ensure that it is set to a date that is on or before the date of the valuation allowance.
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Allowance: If necessary, adjust the valuation allowance date to ensure it aligns with the capitalization date of the asset.
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the issue. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling valuation allowances and capitalization in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to asset accounting and valuation allowances. They may need to adjust the configuration to align with your business processes.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the asset accounting processes are functioning as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module in SAP is responsible for managing fixed assets, including their acquisition, depreciation, and valuation allowances.
  Valuation Allowances: These are adjustments made to the value of an asset to account for potential losses in value, often due to impairment or obsolescence.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.