How To Fix G5236 - Equity groups & and & are assigned to different equity types.

G5236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Equity groups & and & are assigned to different equity types.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5236 - Equity groups & and & are assigned to different equity types. ?

  The SAP error message G5236 indicates that there is a conflict between equity groups that are assigned to different equity types. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and reporting, particularly when dealing with equity transactions in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation (such as posting a transaction) involving equity groups that are not compatible due to their assignment to different equity types. In SAP, equity groups are categorized under different equity types (e.g., common stock, preferred stock, etc.), and each equity type has specific characteristics and rules governing its use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G5236 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Equity Group Assignments:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the assignments of the equity groups involved in the transaction. Ensure that both equity groups are assigned to the same equity type.
  
  
  
  Modify Equity Group Settings:
  
  If the equity groups are indeed assigned