How To Fix G00314 - Equity method posting items &1,&2,&3,&4 have unsuitable where-appl.ind.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Equity method posting items &1,&2,&3,&4 have unsuitable where-appl.ind.

What causes this issue?

Items &V1&, &V2&, &V3&, and &V4& are specified as items for equity
method posting. However, these items have an unsuitable
<DS:GLOS.where-applied_indicator>where-applied indicator</>:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

If the debit and credit offsetting items for the equity method are
defined as 'asset' or 'liability' items, the debit and credit
divestiture items for divestitures must also be defined as 'asset' or
'liability' items.
The where-applied indicators of the equity item used to post negative
investment book value and its respective offsetting item must be
defined in one of the following ways:
Both are statistical items.
Both are either asset or liability items.
The negative investment book value is an asset or liability item and
the offsetting item for negative investment book value is an income
statement item.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Check the where-applied indicator for posting items used by the equity
method, or specify different items in Consolidation Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00314 - Equity method posting items &1,&2,&3,&4 have unsuitable where-appl.ind. ?

  The SAP error message G00314 indicates that there are issues with equity method posting items in the context of financial accounting. Specifically, the message states that the posting items have an unsuitable "where-appl.ind." (where application indicator). This typically relates to the way that equity method investments are accounted for in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises from incorrect configuration settings in the system related to the equity method of accounting. This could involve settings in the financial accounting module or the controlling module.
  Posting Items: The specific posting items mentioned in the error message may not be set up correctly for the equity method. This could involve missing or incorrect indicators that define how these items should be treated in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the posting items, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the equity method in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant settings for the posting items are correctly defined.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for financial accounting and check the equity method settings.
  Ensure that the "where-appl.ind." is correctly set for the relevant posting items.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Items: Examine the specific posting items mentioned in the error message. Check their configuration and ensure that they are suitable for equity method accounting.
  
  You can do this by using transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic account determination) or OBA7 (for account determination for equity method).
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the master data associated with the posting items. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on equity method accounting and the configuration of related posting items.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the equity method postings are processed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYC: Automatic account determination
  OBA7: Account determination for equity method
  FS00: G/L account master data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or equity method accounting. SAP Notes often provide fixes or additional guidance for specific issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP FI/CO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.