/BGLOCS/MC01912 - The depreciation area &1 does not belong to chart of depreciation &2!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BGLOCS/MC01 -

• Message number: 912

• Message text: The depreciation area &1 does not belong to chart of depreciation &2!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BGLOCS/MC01912 - The depreciation area &1 does not belong to chart of depreciation &2! ?

  The SAP error message /BGLOCS/MC01912 indicates that there is a mismatch between the depreciation area and the chart of depreciation in your configuration. This error typically occurs during asset accounting processes, such as when trying to post an asset transaction or during the execution of a depreciation run.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The depreciation area you are trying to use is not assigned to the specified chart of depreciation in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a depreciation area that does not belong to the specified chart of depreciation.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong depreciation area or chart of depreciation is selected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the chart of depreciation and depreciation areas.
  Use transaction code OAVC to check the assignment of depreciation areas to the chart of depreciation.
  Ensure that the depreciation area in question is correctly assigned to the chart of depreciation you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS03 to display the asset master record.
  Check the depreciation areas assigned to the asset and ensure they are valid for the specified chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, verify that the correct depreciation area and chart of depreciation are being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on how to properly configure depreciation areas and charts of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAVC: Configuration for Depreciation Areas
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Define Chart of Depreciation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Asset Accounting documentation for detailed information on depreciation areas and charts of depreciation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /BGLOCS/MC01912.