How To Fix UCF6354 - Global negative equity: Incorrect item type for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Global negative equity: Incorrect item type for item &1

What causes this issue?

You have specified the &V1& item in Customizing for the global settings
for negative stockholders' equity as a clearing item for equity or
minority interest or as an appropriation item for negative investments.
The items that you specify in the Customizing settings for negative
stockholders' equity, must have the <LS>Balance Sheet</> item type.
However, item &V1& is not a balance sheet item.

System Response

Customizing for the global settings for negative stockholders' equity is
inconsistent and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Specify only balance sheet items in the Customizing settings for
negative stockholders' equity.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6354 - Global negative equity: Incorrect item type for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCF6354, which states "Global negative equity: Incorrect item type for item &1," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with equity items in the Universal Journal or when performing financial consolidations.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type associated with the specified item (&1) is not appropriate for the context of global negative equity. This could happen if the item is not classified correctly in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings, particularly in the settings related to equity items or the consolidation process.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There might be errors in the data entry where the item type was incorrectly assigned or not aligned with the expected types for equity.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the system may be inconsistent, leading to the system not recognizing the item type as valid for the equity calculation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF6354 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the item type associated with the item in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly for equity items.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI/CO configuration team to verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Check the entries related to the item &1. Ensure that the item type is correctly assigned and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Validate Equity Settings:
  
  Ensure that the settings for global negative equity are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the relevant financial statement versions and consolidation settings.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on your financial data. This can help identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (for item type configuration) and other related financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UCF6354 for any known issues or updates that may address this error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCF6354 error in your SAP system.