How To Fix UCF6104 - Document type &3: Item &1 is not a balance sheet item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Document type &3: Item &1 is not a balance sheet item

What causes this issue?

In <DS:GLOS.D5692F24DA2CD511BCBF0800060D9C68>consolidation area</> &V2&
, you specified that the appropriation of retained earnings should be
represented in the balance sheet. Consequently, the item <ZK>Clearing
Item for Consolidation Unit</> that you specify in the <ZK>Clearing
Items</>tab page for the document type has to have
<DS:GLOS.615F0191A481D511B1250008C784EFB1>item type</> <ZK>Balance
Sheet</> for all document types of <ZK>Consolidation of Investments</>.
Furthermore, independently of the appropriation of retained earnings
that is set in the consolidation area, the item <ZK>Clearing - Balance
Sheet</> must always have item type <ZK>Balance Sheet</>.
However, you specified item &V1& in document type &V3&, and this item
does <ZH>not</> have item type <ZK>Balance Sheet</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Either change the item type of item &V1& in document type &V3& or do
not use this item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6104 - Document type &3: Item &1 is not a balance sheet item ?

  The SAP error message UCF6104 indicates that there is an issue with the document type and item in the context of financial accounting, specifically related to balance sheet items. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message is not configured to allow the posting of the item in question as a balance sheet item. This can happen if the document type is set up for income statement items only.
  
  
  Item Type: The item being posted may not be classified correctly in the system. For example, it might be an expense or revenue item when the system expects a balance sheet item (like an asset or liability).
  
  
  Account Configuration: The account associated with the item may not be set up as a balance sheet account in the chart of accounts. This can lead to the system rejecting the posting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in transaction code OBY6 or OBA7.
  Ensure that the document type allows for balance sheet postings. You may need to adjust the settings to include balance sheet items.
  
  
  
  Review Item Classification:
  
  Verify the classification of the item being posted. Ensure that it is correctly identified as a balance sheet item.
  If necessary, change the item type to match the expected balance sheet classification.
  
  
  
  Account Review:
  
  Check the account associated with the item in the posting. Use transaction code FS00 to review the account settings.
  Ensure that the account is defined as a balance sheet account in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct classifications or settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and account classifications.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6 - Configuration for Document Types
  OBA7 - Document Type Configuration
  FS00 - G/L Account Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF6104 error and ensure that your postings are processed correctly in SAP.