AA922 - Dep.area & deactivated, since value takeover area & deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 922

• Message text: Dep.area & deactivated, since value takeover area & deactivated

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& adopts values from depreciation area &V2& when a
posting is made. Therefore, depreciation area &V1& cannot be active, if
depreciation area &V2& has been deactivated.

System Response

The system automatically deactivates the depreciation area &V1&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA922 - Dep.area & deactivated, since value takeover area & deactivated ?

  The SAP error message AA922 indicates that a depreciation area is deactivated for a specific value takeover area. This typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to post or process transactions involving depreciation areas that are not active or have been deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Depreciation Area: The depreciation area specified in the error message is not active in the configuration for the asset. This can happen if the depreciation area was intentionally deactivated or if there was a configuration change.
  Value Takeover Area: The value takeover area is also deactivated, which means that the system cannot process the values for that area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for asset accounting, particularly in the areas of depreciation and value transfer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Asset Accounting configuration in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Verify the status of the depreciation area mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is activated for the relevant company code and that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate Depreciation Area:
  
  If the depreciation area is deactivated, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the same configuration path mentioned above.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is correctly assigned to the relevant asset classes.
  
  
  
  Review Value Takeover Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the value takeover area. Ensure that it is also activated and configured properly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to asset accounting and depreciation areas for any additional guidance or specific instructions related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  OAYZ: Configuration for Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to depreciation areas and value takeover areas.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in asset accounting for further assistance.