AA643 - SYST: Investment key & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 643

• Message text: SYST: Investment key & not defined

INCLUDE 'AA_AFA_ERROR' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

What causes this issue?

Processing terminated, because investment key &V1& has not been defined
in chart of depreciation &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?

Either correct your entry or define the investment measure in Asset
Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA643 - SYST: Investment key & not defined ?

  The SAP error message AA643 indicates that there is an issue with the investment key not being defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post an asset transaction that requires a specific investment key, but the key is either not defined or not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Investment Key: The investment key that you are trying to use in your transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The investment key may not be properly configured in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the investment key being entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Investment Key:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Transaction Code OAOA (or use the menu path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Investment Measures > Define Investment Key).
  Check if the investment key you are trying to use is listed. If not, you will need to create it.
  Click on "New Entries" to define a new investment key, and fill in the required fields.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the investment key is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings related to the investment key in the Asset Accounting configuration.
  You can also check the configuration using Transaction Code SPRO and navigating to the relevant sections for Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the investment key you are entering in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct investment key as per the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the investment key's purpose or how to define it, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OAOA: Define Investment Key
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to investment keys or the AA643 error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify investment keys in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AA643 error and successfully process your asset transactions. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.