How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO218 - Sum of ownership interest must be equal to 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Sum of ownership interest must be equal to 1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO218 - Sum of ownership interest must be equal to 1 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO218, which states "Sum of ownership interest must be equal to 1," typically occurs in the context of managing ownership structures in SAP, particularly in modules related to financial consolidation or group reporting. This error indicates that the total ownership interest percentages assigned to different entities do not add up to 100% (or 1 when expressed as a decimal).
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Ownership Percentages: The ownership percentages assigned to the various entities involved in a group or consolidation do not sum to 100%. For example, if you have three entities with ownership interests of 50%, 30%, and 20%, the total would be 100%, which is correct. However, if they were 50%, 30%, and 25%, the total would be 105%, leading to this error.
  
  
  Missing Ownership Entries: There may be entities that have not been assigned an ownership interest, which can lead to an incomplete calculation.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to incorrect percentages being inputted.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ownership structure in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Ownership Entries: Check the ownership percentages assigned to each entity involved in the consolidation. Ensure that they sum to 100%. 
  
  
  Adjust Percentages: If the total ownership interest exceeds or is less than 100%, adjust the percentages accordingly. Ensure that all entities are accounted for.
  
  
  Check for Missing Entities: Ensure that all relevant entities are included in the ownership structure and that their ownership interests are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent incorrect ownership percentages from being saved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines specific to your version of SAP for any additional configuration or setup requirements related to ownership structures.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Guides: Refer to user manuals or training materials for the specific SAP module you are using (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP BusinessObjects) for detailed instructions on managing ownership structures.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO218 error and ensure that your ownership interests are correctly configured in SAP.