How To Fix G06031 - Goodwill entries found in special periods other than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Goodwill entries found in special periods other than &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G06031 - Goodwill entries found in special periods other than &1 ?

  The SAP error message G06031 indicates that there are goodwill entries found in special periods other than the specified period (&1). This typically occurs during the posting of financial documents or during the closing process when the system detects that goodwill entries are being processed in periods that are not allowed according to the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Goodwill Accounting: Goodwill is usually accounted for in specific periods, and the system is configured to restrict postings to certain periods.
  Special Periods Configuration: The special periods in the financial accounting settings may not be set up correctly, or the entries may have been posted in an incorrect period.
  Posting Periods: The posting periods for goodwill may not be open or may be restricted based on the company’s accounting policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify the posting periods in the configuration settings. Ensure that the special periods are correctly defined and that the period in question is open for posting.
  
  Navigate to Transaction Code OB52 to check and adjust the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Review Goodwill Entries: Identify the goodwill entries that are causing the error. You can do this by running reports or checking the relevant tables (e.g., BSEG for accounting documents).
  
  
  Adjust Entries: If the entries are found in the wrong period, you may need to reverse them and repost them in the correct period.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to ensure that the settings for goodwill accounting and special periods are aligned with your company’s accounting policies.
  
  
  Documentation and Policies: Review your company’s accounting policies regarding goodwill and special periods to ensure compliance with regulations and internal controls.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FB03: To display accounting documents.
  FBL3N: To display G/L account line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Manuals: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed instructions on handling goodwill and special periods.
  
  
  Training: Consider training sessions for finance personnel on SAP posting periods and goodwill accounting to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G06031 error and ensure that goodwill entries are posted in the correct periods.