How To Fix UCF6861 - Original book value cannot be capitalized automatically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Original book value cannot be capitalized automatically

What causes this issue?

You have not chosen the activity "capitalization of manual goodwill."

System Response

The system cannot automatically capitalize the original book value.

How to fix this error?

If you want the system to automatically capitalize the original book
value, you need to use the activity "capitalization of manual goodwill."

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 UCF6861 - Original book value cannot be capitalized automatically ?

  The SAP error message UCF6861, which states "Original book value cannot be capitalized automatically," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to capitalize an asset that does not meet the necessary criteria for automatic capitalization. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the asset's configuration, status, or the transaction being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow for capitalization, such as being marked for deletion or not being fully created.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data for the asset may be missing or incorrectly configured, such as the asset class, useful life, or depreciation areas.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support automatic capitalization.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting module, such as settings related to capitalization rules or asset classes.
  Valuation Areas: The asset may not be assigned to the correct valuation area or may have inconsistencies in its valuation settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Status: Verify the status of the asset in the asset master record. Ensure that it is active and not marked for deletion.
  Review Asset Master Data: Ensure that all required fields in the asset master data are filled out correctly. This includes checking the asset class, useful life, and depreciation areas.
  Validate Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the capitalization process.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for automatic capitalization.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error and recommended practices for asset capitalization.
  Manual Capitalization: If automatic capitalization is not possible, consider manually capitalizing the asset using the appropriate transaction codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform asset capitalization.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the UCF6861 error and successfully capitalize the asset.