How To Fix UCF6627 - Location of equity holdings adjs: Items/transaction types overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 627

• Message text: Location of equity holdings adjs: Items/transaction types overlap

What causes this issue?

There are overlaps in the items and transaction types that were
specified in the various scopes of reported
<DS:GLOS.352A9804D3895CD5E10000009B38F974>equity method</> data. One or
more overlaps exist in the following scopes of data:
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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 scopes listed above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6627 - Location of equity holdings adjs: Items/transaction types overlap ?

  The SAP error message UCF6627, which states "Location of equity holdings adjustments: Items/transaction types overlap," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions related to equity holdings in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is a conflict or overlap in the configuration of transaction types or items that are being used for equity adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  
  Overlapping Transaction Types: The error usually arises when two or more transaction types or items are configured in such a way that they overlap in their definitions or usage. This can happen if:
  
  The same transaction type is assigned to multiple items.
  There are conflicting settings in the configuration of transaction types that govern how equity adjustments are processed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for equity holdings adjustments may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in how transactions are processed.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can be triggered by incorrect data entry, where the user is trying to post transactions that are not compatible with the existing configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for equity holdings adjustments in SAP. This can typically be found in the Customizing (SPRO) settings under Financial Accounting or the specific module you are working with.
  Check the transaction types and items assigned to equity adjustments. Ensure that there are no overlaps or conflicts in the definitions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Types:
  
  If you find overlapping transaction types, you may need to modify the configuration to ensure that each transaction type is unique and does not conflict with others.
  Ensure that each transaction type is assigned to the correct item and that there are no duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being entered for equity adjustments. Ensure that the transaction types and items being used are appropriate and do not conflict with the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring equity holdings adjustments and resolving transaction type conflicts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that equity adjustments can be processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after reviewing and adjusting the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for transaction type configuration) or other related codes that may help in reviewing the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error UCF6627, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups 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 the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.