How to use OABN - Depreciation areas/ordinary deprec.


SAP Transaction Code - Details

  • Transaction Code: OABN

    Description: Depreciation areas/ordinary deprec.

    Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

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    • Program: RACSTABL

      Screen: 0

      Authorization Object: S_TABU_DIS

    • Development Package: AA

      Package Description: Assets: Master Data

      Parent Package: APPL

    • Module/Component: FI-AA-AA

      Description: Basic Functions


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  • SAP Tcode: OABN - Depreciation areas/ordinary deprec.
    
    Overview: 
    The SAP transaction code OABN is used to manage depreciation areas and ordinary depreciation in the SAP system. It allows users to create, change, and delete depreciation areas and to assign them to company codes. It also allows users to define the depreciation key for each area and to set up the depreciation terms for each asset class. 
    
    Functionality: 
    The OABN transaction code provides a range of functionalities related to managing depreciation areas and ordinary depreciation in the SAP system. It allows users to create, change, and delete depreciation areas and assign them to company codes. It also allows users to define the depreciation key for each area and set up the depreciation terms for each asset class. Additionally, it enables users to view the current status of all assets in a particular area, as well as view the history of all changes made to an asset’s depreciation terms. 
    
    Step-by-step How to Use: 
    1. Enter transaction code OABN in the command field. 
    2. Select “Create” from the menu bar. 
    3. Enter a name for the new depreciation area and select “Create” again. 
    4. Select “Change” from the menu bar and enter the name of the new area you just created. 
    5. Select “Assign Company Code” from the menu bar and enter the company code you want to assign this area to. 
    6. Select “Define Depreciation Key” from the menu bar and enter a valid depreciation key for this area. 
    7. Select “Set Up Depreciation Terms” from the menu bar and enter valid values for each asset class you want to assign this area to. 
    8. Select “Save” from the menu bar when you are done making changes. 
    
    Other Recommendations: 
    It is recommended that users familiarize themselves with all of the functionalities available in OABN before making any changes or creating any new areas or assets in their SAP system. Additionally, it is important that users ensure that all of their changes are properly documented so that they can easily refer back to them if needed in the future.
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