How To Fix UCF6157 - Location of values: item &2 in document type &1 requires own scope

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Location of values: item &2 in document type &1 requires own scope

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for the location of values for consolidation of
investments, you have specified in the calculation base that the system
is to suppress minority interest posting for consolidation
group-dependent entries with document type &V1&. You have overridden
item &V2& as the <LS>Clearing - Balance Sheet</> for this document type.
However, you have not assigned the overridden item &V2& to a separate
scope of reported data for equity holdings adjustments.

System Response

If you do not define a separate scope of reported data for item &V2&,
this results in incorrect postings to document type &V1& in the equity
method.

How to fix this error?

In the location of values for consolidation of investments, assign item
&V2& to a separate scope of reported data on the <LS>Equity Holdings
Adjustments</> tab page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6157 - Location of values: item &2 in document type &1 requires own scope ?

  The SAP error message UCF6157 indicates that there is an issue with the location of values in a document type. Specifically, it suggests that the item in question requires its own scope, which typically means that the system is unable to determine how to handle the values for that item within the current context or scope of the document.
  Cause:
  
  Scope Definition: The error often arises when the item is defined in a way that it needs to be processed independently of other items in the document. This can happen if the item has specific characteristics or requirements that are not compatible with the current scope.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type may not be configured correctly to handle the specific item. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect definitions in the configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect values that do not align with the expected format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Configuration: Review the configuration of the item in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it has the necessary attributes defined.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type (&1) to ensure that it is configured to handle the specific requirements of the item (&2). This may involve adjusting the scope settings or adding necessary parameters.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed for the item. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the values conform to the expected formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configurations. This can provide insights into how to properly set up the document type and item.
  Testing: After making changes, test the document processing again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed to identify any additional issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), or SPRO (Customizing) to investigate the configurations related to the document type and item.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UCF6157 error and implement a solution to resolve it.