How To Fix UCF6774 - Enter the book value of the investment in the group currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 774

• Message text: Enter the book value of the investment in the group currency

What causes this issue?

In the additional financial data for investments, you have entered a
book value in local currency of the investee unit; however, you have
<ZH>not</> entered the book value in group currency. This causes
problems with goodwill currency translation in consolidation of
investments because the system derives the exchange rate from the ratio
of both key figures.

System Response

The additional financial data for investments is incorrect and cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the investment book value in group currency.

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 UCF6774 - Enter the book value of the investment in the group currency ?

  The SAP error message UCF6774, which states "Enter the book value of the investment in the group currency," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving investments, particularly when dealing with group reporting or consolidation processes. This error indicates that the system requires the book value of an investment to be specified in the group currency, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The book value of the investment in the group currency has not been entered in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the group currency settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or made a mistake in the data entry process.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the investment is recorded in a local currency, the system may not be able to automatically convert it to the group currency due to missing exchange rates or conversion settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Required Value: Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred and enter the book value of the investment in the group currency field.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the group currency is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for the company code and ensuring that the group currency is defined.
  Review Data Entry: Double-check all entries to ensure that the book value is correctly inputted and that there are no typographical errors.
  Currency Settings: Verify that the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system for currency conversion. This can be done in the transaction for maintaining exchange rates (e.g., OB08).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling investments and group currency entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for currency settings) and OX15 (for company code settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter financial data and make changes in the system.
  Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training on how to properly enter investment data and understand group currency requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and reporting within SAP.