How To Fix UCF6781 - System utilztn: Incorrect setting 'partial divestiture as equity trans.'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 781

• Message text: System utilztn: Incorrect setting 'partial divestiture as equity trans.'

What causes this issue?

You have activated the <LS>Full Goodwill</> function in the settings for
the consolidation area. In this case, you must select the <LS>Partial
Divestiture as Equity Transaction</> checkbox in the system utilization
for consolidation of investments. Otherwise, the system posts the
adjustment of the writeoff of the full goodwill for partial divestitures
and transfers to the income statement.

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?

Adjust the Customizing settings for the system utilization for
consolidation of investments as described above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6781 - System utilztn: Incorrect setting 'partial divestiture as equity trans.' ?

  The SAP error message UCF6781, which states "System utilization: Incorrect setting 'partial divestiture as equity trans.'", typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with equity transactions and divestitures in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to how partial divestitures are treated. Specifically, it indicates that the system is set up to handle partial divestitures as equity transactions, but the current configuration or the data being processed does not align with this setting. This can happen if:
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules are not correctly configured to handle partial divestitures.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed does not meet the criteria for a partial divestiture as defined in the system.
  Transaction Type Misalignment: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the expected handling of partial divestitures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCF6781 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for equity transactions and partial divestitures in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings for handling partial divestitures are correctly defined. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the specific configuration for equity transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Examine the transaction data that is causing the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data aligns with the expected format for partial divestitures.
  Verify that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the nature of the divestiture.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to equity transactions and partial divestitures. This can provide insights into the correct configuration and usage.
  
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system's configuration and the nature of the transactions being processed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to equity transactions and divestitures, such as OB52 (for fiscal year variant) or OBA7 (for document types).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UCF6781 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.