How To Fix G06020 - First consolidation data for unit &1 in group &2 contains error(s)

G06020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G06 - SAP Cons - Error Message re. Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 020

• Message text: First consolidation data for unit &1 in group &2 contains error(s)

What causes this issue?

Investment or equity data was collected for consolidation unit &V1& for
a date that is after the period of first consolidation in consolidation
group &V2&. This makes all activities for this unit ineffective after
the first consolidation of those activities. This can also affect
indirect activities and organizational changes of other consolidation
units.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the investment or equity data for consolidation unit &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G06020 - First consolidation data for unit &1 in group &2 contains error(s) ?

  The SAP error message G06020 indicates that there are errors in the first consolidation data for a specific unit in a group. This error typically arises during the consolidation process in SAP Financial Consolidation or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered for the unit in question. This could include missing values, incorrect account mappings, or invalid data types.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the consolidation process may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Intercompany Transactions: Errors in intercompany eliminations or transactions can also lead to this error, especially if the transactions are not properly reconciled.
  Currency Translation Issues: If there are issues with currency conversion or translation, it can lead to discrepancies in the consolidation data.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like organizational units, accounts, etc.)