How To Fix UCF6769 - Invalid combination of indicators for goodwill entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 769

• Message text: Invalid combination of indicators for goodwill entry

What causes this issue?

In a goodwill entry, you have entered one of the following indicators:
Goodwill separate from investment
Goodwill carried according to historical ownership

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

However, these functions cancel out each other.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Deselect one of the two indicators listed above.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6769 - Invalid combination of indicators for goodwill entry ?

  The SAP error message UCF6769, "Invalid combination of indicators for goodwill entry," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with goodwill entries in the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) or during the consolidation process. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration or data entry related to goodwill.
  Cause:
  The error can arise from several issues, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for goodwill accounting in the system may not be properly configured. This includes the indicators for goodwill that are set up in the system.
  
  
  Data Entry Issues: The specific transaction or entry being processed may have incompatible indicators or values that do not align with the expected combinations defined in the system.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the entities involved in the transaction may be incomplete or incorrectly set up, leading to invalid combinations.
  
  
  Version or Release Issues: Sometimes, the error can be related to specific versions of SAP or patches that may not be applied, leading to inconsistencies in how the system processes goodwill.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF6769 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for goodwill in the SAP system. Ensure that the indicators for goodwill entries are correctly defined and that the combinations allowed are valid.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings related to financial accounting and goodwill.
  
  
  
  Review the Transaction:
  
  Analyze the specific transaction that triggered the error. Check the values and indicators being used in the entry to ensure they are valid and compatible.
  Ensure that the correct account types and transaction types are being used.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the entities involved in the transaction. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message UCF6769. There may be specific notes or patches that address known issues with goodwill entries.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to configuration or master data, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: For defining the settings for goodwill.
  OBD2: For managing account determination.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on goodwill accounting and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCF6769 error in your SAP system.