Elevate your asset management experience with SAP Asset Management Business Process Flow AUC, streamlining operations from project definition to asset retirement.
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Define Asset under Construction (AUC) project
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Create WBS element for AUC project
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Assign AUC project to the WBS element
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Accumulate costs on WBS element
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Release the WBS element for AUC project
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Settle the AUC costs to a final asset
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Capitalization of the AUC
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Approval: Capitalization of AUC
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Determine depreciation area
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Post depreciation for calculated depreciation area
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Ensure cost element is created for AUC project
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Allocation of planned costs for AUC project
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Ensure costs are settled monthly
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Perform year-end closing operations
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Review the AUC report
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Approval: AUC report review
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Update the AUC master data
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Confirm AUC Asset is operational
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Retirement of the AUC Asset if necessary
Define Asset under Construction (AUC) project
In this task, you will define the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. This project involves the construction or development of a new asset that is not yet operational. The goal is to establish the necessary project details and requirements for successful completion. Identify the scope, timeline, and budget for the project. Determine the objectives, milestones, and deliverables. Consider potential challenges such as resource constraints or technical difficulties and plan for their mitigation. Use the form fields below to capture all relevant information.
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Construction
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Development
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Renovation
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Expansion
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Infrastructure
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Increase efficiency
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Improve infrastructure
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Enhance functionality
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Reduce costs
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Meet regulatory requirements
Create WBS element for AUC project
In this task, you will create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. The WBS provides a hierarchical breakdown of the project's activities, tasks, and subtasks. It helps in organizing and managing the project's scope, schedule, and resources. Use the form fields below to capture the necessary details for creating the WBS element.
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Design
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Procurement
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Construction
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Testing
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Commissioning
Assign AUC project to the WBS element
In this task, you will assign the Asset under Construction (AUC) project to the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This step ensures proper alignment of the project with the corresponding WBS element. It enables effective tracking, monitoring, and control of the project's progress and resources. Use the form fields below to associate the project with the WBS element.
Accumulate costs on WBS element
In this task, you will accumulate costs on the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. This step involves tracking and recording all costs associated with the project, including labor, materials, equipment, and overheads. It ensures accurate cost monitoring and enables effective budget management. Use the form fields below to capture the cost details for the WBS element.
Release the WBS element for AUC project
In this task, you will release the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. This step authorizes the project's execution and enables the allocation of resources for project activities. It indicates the readiness of the project for implementation. Use the form fields below to specify the details for releasing the WBS element.
Settle the AUC costs to a final asset
In this task, you will settle the Asset under Construction (AUC) costs to a final asset. This step involves transferring the accumulated costs from the AUC to a fixed asset once the construction or development is complete. It ensures the proper capitalization of costs and the transition of the asset into the operational phase. Use the form fields below to specify the details for settling the AUC costs.
Capitalization of the AUC
In this task, you will capitalize the Asset under Construction (AUC). This step involves recording the asset in the company's financial statements as a fixed asset and starting the depreciation process. It establishes the initial valuation of the asset and ensures proper accounting treatment. Use the form fields below to capture the necessary information for capitalizing the AUC.
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Straight-line
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Double Declining Balance
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Units of Production
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Sum-of-Years-Digits
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Group/Composite
Approval: Capitalization of AUC
Will be submitted for approval:
Capitalization of the AUC
Will be submitted
Determine depreciation area
In this task, you will determine the depreciation area for the Asset under Construction (AUC). This step involves identifying the specific area or division within the organization where the depreciation of the asset will be recorded. It ensures accurate depreciation tracking and reporting. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for determining the depreciation area.
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Financial Accounting
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Controlling
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Tax Accounting
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Special Purpose
Post depreciation for calculated depreciation area
In this task, you will post depreciation for the calculated depreciation area of the Asset under Construction (AUC). This step involves recording the periodic depreciation expenses in the appropriate financial accounts. It ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for posting depreciation.
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Financial Accounting
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Controlling
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Tax Accounting
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Special Purpose
Ensure cost element is created for AUC project
In this task, you will ensure that a cost element is created for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. This step involves establishing a cost object for tracking and allocating costs related to the AUC project. It ensures proper cost accounting and control. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary information for creating the cost element.
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Direct Costs
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Indirect Costs
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Overhead Costs
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Labor Costs
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Material Costs
Allocation of planned costs for AUC project
In this task, you will allocate the planned costs for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project. This step involves distributing the budgeted costs among the various activities, tasks, or subtasks of the project. It ensures proper resource allocation and cost control. Use the form fields below to specify the details for cost allocation.
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Equal Distribution
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Proportional Allocation
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Priority-based Allocation
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Manual Allocation
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Percentage Allocation
Ensure costs are settled monthly
In this task, you will ensure that costs for the Asset under Construction (AUC) project are settled on a monthly basis. This step involves reconciling and clearing the accumulated costs to the appropriate cost objects or accounts. It ensures accurate cost accounting and helps in monitoring project performance. Use the form fields below to specify the necessary details for cost settlement.
Perform year-end closing operations
In this task, you will perform year-end closing operations for the Asset under Construction (AUC). This step involves completing the necessary tasks and procedures to close the financial books and prepare for the new accounting period. It ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements. Use the form fields below to specify the details for year-end closing.
Review the AUC report
In this task, you will review the Asset under Construction (AUC) report. This step involves analyzing the report to assess the project's progress, costs, and performance against the planned objectives. It provides insights for decision-making and helps in identifying any deviations or issues requiring attention. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for reviewing the AUC report.
Approval: AUC report review
Will be submitted for approval:
Review the AUC report
Will be submitted
Update the AUC master data
In this task, you will update the Asset under Construction (AUC) master data. This step involves maintaining and modifying the relevant data records and information related to the AUC project. It ensures accurate and up-to-date documentation for the asset. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for updating the AUC master data.
Confirm AUC Asset is operational
In this task, you will confirm that the Asset under Construction (AUC) is operational. This step involves verifying that the asset is fully functional, meets the required specifications, and is ready for productive use. It ensures that the asset is performing as intended and can contribute to the organization's operations. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for confirming the AUC asset's operational status.
Retirement of the AUC Asset if necessary
In this task, you will retire the Asset under Construction (AUC) if necessary. This step involves permanently removing the asset from the company's books and records. It could be due to reasons such as obsolescence, damage, or no longer serving its intended purpose. Use the form fields below to provide the necessary details for retiring the AUC asset.