How To Fix UCF6148 - Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 has no partner breakdown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 has no partner breakdown

What causes this issue?

Items for full goodwill require an optional breakdown by partner, so
that the system can distribute the full goodwill to the direct
investors. However, item &V1& does not have this type of breakdown.

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?

Use items with optional breakdown by partner for the full goodwill.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6148 - Selected item: full goodwill: item &1 has no partner breakdown ?

  The SAP error message UCF6148 indicates that there is an issue with the full goodwill calculation in the context of consolidation. Specifically, it means that the selected item (identified by &1) does not have a partner breakdown, which is necessary for the calculation of full goodwill.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The error typically arises when the system expects a partner breakdown for a specific item, but this data is not available. This can happen if the partner company or the relevant financial data has not been properly set up or linked in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the consolidation settings that prevent the system from recognizing the partner breakdown.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the consolidation process can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Data: Ensure that the partner company data is correctly entered and that the necessary partner breakdown exists for the item in question. This includes verifying that the partner company is included in the consolidation group and that all relevant financial data is available.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the consolidation process in SAP. Ensure that the settings for full goodwill and partner breakdown are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries for the item &1 to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. This may involve reviewing the financial statements and ensuring that all necessary data is included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling full goodwill calculations and partner breakdowns.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the consolidation data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Full Goodwill vs. Partial Goodwill: Understanding the difference between full goodwill and partial goodwill is crucial. Full goodwill includes the entire value of the acquired entity, while partial goodwill only includes the portion attributable to the acquiring entity.
  Consolidation Process: Familiarize yourself with the overall consolidation process in SAP, including how partner companies are defined and how financial data is aggregated.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Consolidation.