3502413 - Paradoxical Depreciation Calculation When Start Date Is in a Closed Fiscal Year

When creating or changing an asset, the depreciation calculation may appear inconsistent if:

• The Asset Value Date is in the current fiscal year

• The Depreciation Start Date is in a previous, already closed fiscal year

This may lead to:

• Unexpected depreciation percentages

• Incorrect depreciation amounts

• Confusing calculation results

Example

• Current fiscal year: 2027

• Closed fiscal year: 2026

• Depreciation start date: 30.09.2026

• Asset value date: 19.07.2027

Timeline

2026 (closed)                2027 (current)
|---------------------------|---------------------------|
Depreciation Start Date     Asset Value Date

Observed Behavior

• Remaining useful life becomes shorter

• The base value remains unchanged (in cases where the base value corresponds to the net book value). 

👉 Other inconsistent effects may occur depending on the depreciation settings.

 

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