/ATL/ASSET006 - Define PID(AFP) for chart of depreciation in user profile

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/ASSET -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Define PID(AFP) for chart of depreciation in user profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/ASSET006 - Define PID(AFP) for chart of depreciation in user profile ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/ASSET006 Define PID(AFP) for chart of depreciation in user profile typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is a configuration issue related to the user profile settings for the chart of depreciation.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid Profile ID (PID) for the specified chart of depreciation in the user profile. The Profile ID is necessary for the system to determine how to handle asset transactions and reporting for the specified chart of depreciation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the Profile ID (PID) for the chart of depreciation in the user profile. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access User Profile Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID that is encountering the error and click on the "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Parameters:
  
  In the user profile, go to the "Parameters" tab.
  
  
  
  Define the Profile ID:
  
  You need to add a new parameter for the Asset Accounting Profile ID. The parameter name is typically AFS (Asset Accounting).
  Enter the appropriate Profile ID (PID) that corresponds to the chart of depreciation you are using.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save the changes to the user profile.
  
  
  
  Check Chart of Depreciation:
  
  Ensure that the chart of depreciation is correctly configured in the system and that it is assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Log out and log back in or refresh the session to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAVC - Define Chart of Depreciation
  OAOA - Define Asset Accounting Parameters
  OAYZ - Define User Parameters for Asset Accounting
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on configuration and user profiles.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to their profile and access Asset Accounting functionalities.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.