Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments
Message number: 143
Message text: Equity method: scope &2: Item &1 used ambiguously
The items for negative investment book value and statistical scope of
reported data (which you define under Equity Method Posting on the
detail screen of each scope of reported data) must be unique and
different for each scope of reported data.
However, in scope &V2& you specified item &V1& for both the negative
investment book value and the statistical scope of reported data.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Ensure that the Customizing settings for equity method postings are
consistent throughout all scopes of reported data.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UCF6143
- Equity method: scope &2: Item &1 used ambiguously ?The SAP error message UCF6143, which states "Equity method: scope &2: Item &1 used ambiguously," typically arises in the context of financial consolidation and reporting, particularly when dealing with the equity method of accounting for investments in associates or joint ventures.
Cause: This error usually occurs when there is ambiguity in the way an item (such as an account or a financial statement line item) is defined or used within the context of the equity method. The ambiguity can stem from several factors, including: Duplicate Definitions: The same item may be defined in multiple ways or contexts, leading to confusion about which definition should be applied. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the equity method in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in how items are interpreted. Data Entry Errors: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data entered for the items involved, such as incorrect account assignments
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