How To Fix G3585 - Investee unit is only entered for consolidation entries

G3585 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Investee unit is only entered for consolidation entries

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to write the current data record with an investee
unit, even though the record was not created by a consolidation entry.

System Response

Cannot write the current record.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3585 - Investee unit is only entered for consolidation entries ?

  The SAP error message G3585, which states "Investee unit is only entered for consolidation entries," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting an investee unit to be specified, but it is not applicable for the type of entry being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Entry Type: The error often arises when a user attempts to enter data that is not meant for consolidation, but the system is expecting a consolidation entry.
  Missing Configuration: The investee unit may not be properly configured in the system for the specific type of transaction being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the investee unit is not relevant for the current transaction type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entry Type: Ensure that the entry you are trying to make is indeed a consolidation entry. If it is not, you may need to adjust your entry type