AA676 - The remaining support amount on asset &1-&2 will be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 676

• Message text: The remaining support amount on asset &1-&2 will be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA676 - The remaining support amount on asset &1-&2 will be negative ?

  The SAP error message AA676 indicates that the remaining support amount for a specific asset will become negative during a transaction, such as an asset retirement or transfer. This typically occurs when the planned depreciation or the support amount is not aligned with the asset's current value or the transactions being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Asset Values: The asset may have been incorrectly valued, leading to a situation where the support amount is less than the planned depreciation.
  Depreciation Settings: The depreciation settings for the asset may not be configured correctly, causing discrepancies in the calculations.
  Transaction Errors: The transaction being processed (e.g., retirement, transfer) may not be valid based on the current asset values and support amounts.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to the asset values or support amounts may have led to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Values: Review the asset's acquisition value, accumulated depreciation, and support amount to ensure they are correct.
  Review Depreciation Settings: Ensure that the depreciation settings for the asset are configured correctly. This includes checking the depreciation keys and methods used.
  Analyze Transactions: Look at the transactions that have been posted for the asset to identify any that may have caused the issue. Ensure that all transactions are valid and correctly posted.
  Adjust Support Amount: If necessary, adjust the support amount or the planned depreciation to ensure that the remaining support amount does not go negative.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling this error in your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS01 (Create Asset) to review and adjust asset details.
  Depreciation Areas: Check the depreciation areas associated with the asset to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in asset accounting for further assistance.