How To Fix GK343 - Change of total share in cons unit & does not equal 0 %

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Change of total share in cons unit & does not equal 0 %

What causes this issue?

When performing the activities Partial and Total Transfer, the change
in the total share must equate to zero. Your transfer settings do not
meet this requirement.
This is why the screen cannot be saved.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Adjust the shares for the <DS:GLOS.investee>investee</> &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK343 - Change of total share in cons unit & does not equal 0 % ?

  The SAP error message GK343, which states "Change of total share in cons unit & does not equal 0 %," typically occurs in the context of managing joint ventures or consolidated financial statements. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the ownership shares of a consolidated unit, which should sum to zero when changes are made.
  Cause:
  
  Ownership Changes: The error often arises when there are changes in ownership percentages of the entities involved in the consolidation. If the total change in ownership does not equal zero, SAP raises this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when updating ownership shares can lead to this issue. For example, if shares are added or removed without proper adjustments to maintain the total at 100% or zero change.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the consolidation settings in SAP, leading to inconsistencies in how ownership changes are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Ownership Changes: Check the ownership changes that have been made. Ensure that the total change in ownership percentages across all entities involved sums to zero.
  Adjust Entries: If there are discrepancies, adjust the entries to ensure that the total share change is zero. This may involve redistributing shares among the entities or correcting any erroneous entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines specific to your version of SAP for handling ownership changes in consolidated units.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like KSV5 for displaying and changing the ownership structure) to review and correct the ownership data.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the consolidation process in SAP. Ensure that all settings align with the business requirements and that there are no misconfigurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide expert guidance tailored to your specific situation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK343 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.