Counting of time in case the heir is not in possession of inheritance

Where the heir is not in possession of the estate of the deceased or part thereof, his right of acceptance under benefit of inventory is not lost until he has not been caused to make the declaration, as prescribed in article 2041, or until the expiry of twenty days from the date on which he takes possession of the estate or part thereof, or until his right is not lost by prescription, in accordance with what is provided in article 2017.