AA958 - Depreciation area &: Special depreciation start date & cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 958

• Message text: Depreciation area &: Special depreciation start date & cancelled

What causes this issue?

No special depreciation was calculated in depreciation area &V1&. This
may be because of a change to the depreciation key.

System Response

The System cancels the special depreciation start date &V2&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA958 - Depreciation area &: Special depreciation start date & cancelled ?

  The SAP error message AA958 indicates that there is an issue with the special depreciation start date for an asset in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to post a transaction related to an asset that has a special depreciation area that has been canceled or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Canceled Special Depreciation: The special depreciation area for the asset has been canceled, which means that the system cannot process any further transactions related to that depreciation area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset may not be configured correctly in terms of its depreciation areas, or the special depreciation start date may not align with the asset's lifecycle.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the special depreciation may be closed or not open for posting.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the asset master data or in the related accounting documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data to ensure that the special depreciation area is correctly set up and that the start date is valid.
  
  Navigate to the asset master record (Transaction code: AS03) and check the depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Review Special Depreciation Settings: Ensure that the special depreciation area is active and has not been canceled. If it has been canceled, you may need to reactivate it or adjust the asset's depreciation settings.
  
  
  Posting Period: Verify that the posting period for the special depreciation is open. You can check this in the period control settings (Transaction code: OB52).
  
  
  Correct Posting: If the special depreciation area is indeed canceled and you need to make a posting, you may need to reverse the cancellation or create a new asset with the correct settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling this error in your system environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset master data and posting periods.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.