How To Fix UCF6147 - Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 is used more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 is used more than once

What causes this issue?

The items for third-party investment and full goodwill may only be used
once in Customizing. However, item &V1& is used several times.

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?

Make sure that each statistical item is only used once.in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6147 - Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 is used more than once ?

  The SAP error message UCF6147 indicates that there is an issue with the full goodwill calculation in the context of consolidation. Specifically, it means that the selected item (in this case, identified as item &1) is being used more than once in the consolidation process, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The item in question has been entered multiple times in the consolidation settings or in the data being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the full goodwill calculation may not be set up correctly, leading to the same item being referenced multiple times.
  Data Input Errors: There may be errors in the data input where the same item is mistakenly included in the consolidation data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF6147 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the consolidation data and settings to identify if the item is listed more than once. Remove any duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings for full goodwill in the consolidation module. Ensure that the settings are correct and that the item is not being referenced inappropriately.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being used for consolidation. Ensure that the data source does not contain duplicates or errors that could lead to this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling full goodwill calculations and related error messages.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, run the consolidation process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Full Goodwill: This refers to the method of accounting for goodwill in business combinations where the entire goodwill of the acquired entity is recognized, not just the portion attributable to the acquirer.
  Consolidation Process: In SAP, the consolidation process involves aggregating financial data from multiple entities to create a single set of financial statements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCF6147 error in your SAP system.