How To Fix UCF6601 - Location of investment data: Overlapping items/transaction types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Location of investment data: Overlapping items/transaction types

What causes this issue?

The items and transaction types in the reported investment data for
various activities overlap each other. This occurs in the following
combinations of activity/sequence number:
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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?

A combination of item and transaction type can only be assigned to one
activity. Check the definition of the specified selections of items and
transaction types for the combinations listed above.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6601 - Location of investment data: Overlapping items/transaction types ?

  The SAP error message UCF6601, which states "Location of investment data: Overlapping items/transaction types," typically occurs in the context of investment management or asset accounting within SAP. This error indicates that there are overlapping investment items or transaction types that are causing a conflict in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Investment Items: This error often arises when there are two or more investment items that have overlapping periods or are trying to reference the same investment location.
  Transaction Type Conflicts: It can also occur if different transaction types are being used for the same investment item or if the same transaction type is being applied to overlapping periods.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the investment management settings or transaction types can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors, such as incorrect dates or amounts, can also cause overlaps.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Investment Items: Check the investment items involved to identify any overlaps in the periods. Ensure that each investment item has a distinct time frame.
  Adjust Transaction Types: Verify that the transaction types being used do not conflict with each other. If necessary, adjust the transaction types to ensure they are appropriate for the investment items.
  Correct Data Entry: Review the data entries for any mistakes, particularly in dates and amounts. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult the configuration settings in the SAP system related to investment management. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to prevent overlaps.
  Use SAP Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant SAP transaction codes (like OIMT for investment management settings) to check and adjust configurations.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OIMT (for investment management) and OIMC (for investment item configuration).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on investment management and asset accounting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCF6601 error in your SAP system.