How To Fix UCF6357 - Method &2: Item &1 may not be an equity item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Method &2: Item &1 may not be an equity item

What causes this issue?

You have specified the &V1& item in the Customizing settings for the
&V2& consolidation of investments method as a clearing item for negative
stockholders' equity or for its minority interest.
In addition, you have entered the &V1& item in the Customizing settings
for equity as an equity item.
The items that you specify in the Customizing settings for negative
stockholders' equity are not reporting items for equity, but posting
items for automatic consolidation of investments. Consequently, you may
<ZH>not</> enter these items in the Customizing settings for equity.

System Response

The Customizing settings for the &V2& consolidation of investments
method are inconsistent and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Specify in the Customizing settings for negative stockholders' equity
only balance sheet items that you have <ZH>not</> defined as equity
items.

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 UCF6357 - Method &2: Item &1 may not be an equity item ?

  The SAP error message UCF6357 indicates that there is an issue with the classification of an item in the context of equity items. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or asset management where the system expects a specific type of item (e.g., equity) but finds that the item in question does not meet the criteria.
  Cause:
  The error message "Method &2: Item &1 may not be an equity item" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Item Classification: The item being processed is classified incorrectly in the system. For example, it may be classified as a non-equity item when it should be an equity item, or vice versa.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the expected classifications for equity items.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry process where the item was incorrectly entered or selected.
  
  
  Business Logic: The business logic defined in the system may restrict certain items from being classified as equity items based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF6357 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Classification: Review the classification of the item in question. Ensure that it is correctly classified as an equity item if that is the intended classification.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to equity items. Ensure that the settings align with the business requirements and that the item types are correctly defined.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data entry for the item. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the item meets the necessary criteria for being classified as an equity item.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the classification of items and the requirements for equity items.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to asset management and financial transactions, as they may help in troubleshooting the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.