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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments
Message number: 857
Message text: Indicator for goodwill reduction is ambiguous
The indicator for goodwill reduction is ambiguous.
For divestitures, the indicator must be unique for each investor.
For transfers, the indicator must be unique for the entire activity.
The investment data cannot be processed.
Adjust the collected investment data.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UCF6857
- Indicator for goodwill reduction is ambiguous ?The SAP error message UCF6857, which states "Indicator for goodwill reduction is ambiguous," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and consolidation processes, particularly when dealing with goodwill in mergers and acquisitions. This error indicates that there is a conflict or ambiguity in the settings related to the goodwill reduction indicator in the system.
Cause:
- Ambiguous Settings: The error often arises when there are multiple entries or configurations for the goodwill reduction indicator in the system, leading to confusion about which one should be applied.
- Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for goodwill reduction may not be set up correctly in the system, or there may be missing entries in the relevant tables.
- Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to goodwill across different entities or periods, causing the system to be unable to determine the correct indicator to use.
Solution:
Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for goodwill reduction in the SAP system. Ensure that there is a clear and unambiguous setting for the goodwill reduction indicator.
- Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SAP (usually under Financial Accounting or Consolidation settings) and verify the entries.
Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the goodwill data across different entities or periods. This may involve running reports or using transaction codes that help identify inconsistencies.
Review Master Data: Check the master data for the entities involved in the consolidation. Ensure that the goodwill values and indicators are correctly maintained and that there are no duplicate or conflicting entries.
Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to goodwill reduction and the specific error message. There may be specific notes or patches provided by SAP that address this issue.
Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or solutions based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
Related Information:
OBY6
(for company code settings) or OBD2
(for document types) that may be related to the configuration of goodwill.By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF6857 error and ensure that the goodwill reduction indicator is correctly configured in your SAP system.
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