How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO220 - Sum of ownership interest must be less than or equal to 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 220

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO220 - Sum of ownership interest must be less than or equal to 1 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO220 indicates that the sum of ownership interests for a particular business object (such as a company, project, or asset) exceeds the allowable limit of 1. This error typically arises in scenarios where ownership percentages are being defined or updated, such as in the context of joint ventures, partnerships, or asset management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the total ownership percentages assigned to different stakeholders (individuals, companies, or entities) exceed 100%. For example, if you have three owners with ownership interests of 0.5, 0.4, and 0.3, the total ownership interest would be 1.2, which is greater than 1, triggering this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the sum of all ownership interests does not exceed 1. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Review Ownership Entries: Check the ownership entries for the business object in question. Ensure that all ownership percentages are correctly entered.
  
  
  Adjust Ownership Percentages: If the total ownership exceeds 1, you will need to adjust the percentages. This could involve:
  
  Reducing the ownership percentage of one or more stakeholders.
  Re-evaluating the ownership structure to ensure it accurately reflects the intended distribution.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making adjustments, validate the changes to ensure that the total ownership interest now sums to 1 or less.
  
  
  Re-enter Data: If necessary, re-enter the ownership data in the relevant SAP transaction or screen to ensure that the system recognizes the updated values.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the ownership structure or how to adjust the percentages, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding ownership interests.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules related to Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or Asset Management (AM).
  Business Context: Understanding the business context of ownership interests is crucial. Ensure that the ownership percentages reflect the actual agreements or contracts in place.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to ownership data in SAP.
  Testing: After resolving the error, consider testing the changes in a development or sandbox environment before applying them in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.