AA980 - Changed depreciation terms are not adopted automatically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 980

• Message text: Changed depreciation terms are not adopted automatically

What causes this issue?

You changed the depreciation terms in a depreciation area. This
depreciation area is a reference depreciation area (according to its
definition in Customizing) for one or more other depreciation areas.
This means the other areas adopt depreciation terms from this area. The
changes you made will only be effective automatically in the dependent
depreciation areas if they are defined for mandatory identical adoption
of parameters (the "Identical" parameters indicator is set). Your
changes are <ZH>not</> automatically adopted in dependent areas that
are not defined for identical parameters to be copied (simple adoption
of parameters with the option to change them).

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?

You can save the asset following the warning message by pressing
<LS>Enter</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA980 - Changed depreciation terms are not adopted automatically ?

  The SAP error message AA980, which states "Changed depreciation terms are not adopted automatically," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there are changes made to the depreciation terms of an asset, but those changes are not automatically applied to the asset's existing depreciation calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Changes: The depreciation terms for an asset may have been changed manually in the asset master data, but the system does not automatically recalculate the depreciation for the asset based on the new terms.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that prevent automatic adoption of changes.
  Posting Periods: If the asset has already been posted in a previous period, the system may not allow changes to be applied retroactively.
  Depreciation Areas: Changes in depreciation terms may not be applicable to all depreciation areas, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Manual Adjustment: You may need to manually adjust the depreciation for the asset. This can be done by running the depreciation calculation again or by posting a manual adjustment.
  Recalculate Depreciation: Use the transaction code AFAB (Run Depreciation) to recalculate the depreciation for the asset after making changes to the depreciation terms.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they allow for automatic adoption of changes. This may involve checking the settings for depreciation areas and posting periods.
  Review Asset Master Data: Ensure that the asset master data is correctly set up and that the changes made to the depreciation terms are valid and applicable.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration and version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Data
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset master data and run depreciation calculations.
  Testing: If changes are made in a test environment, ensure that they are thoroughly tested before applying them in the production environment.
  
  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.