How To Fix UCF6855 - The original book value is not equal to the beginning book value

UCF6855 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 855

• Message text: The original book value is not equal to the beginning book value

What causes this issue?

The original book value must be equal to the beginning book value for
retained goodwill that is directly eliminated or directly written off.

System Response

The data record cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the original book value or the beginning book value.

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 UCF6855 - The original book value is not equal to the beginning book value ?

  The SAP error message UCF6855, which states "The original book value is not equal to the beginning book value," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a discrepancy between the original book value of an asset and its beginning book value. This can happen during various processes, such as asset transfers, adjustments, or during the year-end closing process.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during asset creation or adjustments can lead to mismatches.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to asset values that are not properly reflected in the system can cause discrepancies.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration issues in the asset accounting settings may lead to incorrect calculations of book values.
  Posting Errors: Incorrect postings or missing postings in the asset accounting can lead to inconsistencies.
  Year-End Closing Issues: If the year-end closing process is not executed correctly, it may result in discrepancies in asset values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master