How To Fix UCF6892 - Consolidation unit is the same as the investee unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 892

• Message text: Consolidation unit is the same as the investee unit

What causes this issue?

In one goodwill entry, the consolidation unit is the same as the
investee unit. This is suitable in exceptional cases only.

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?

Review the specified investee unit and change it if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6892 - Consolidation unit is the same as the investee unit ?

  The SAP error message UCF6892, which states "Consolidation unit is the same as the investee unit," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to consolidate a unit that is also being treated as an investee unit, which is not allowed in the consolidation process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The consolidation unit is configured in such a way that it is also being treated as an investee unit. This can happen if the same entity is both a parent and a subsidiary in the consolidation hierarchy.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the same unit is mistakenly assigned as both a consolidating entity and an investee.
  Hierarchy Issues: The organizational structure or hierarchy may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in how units are classified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the consolidation units in the SAP system. Ensure that the unit in question is not set up as both a consolidation unit and an investee unit.
  Adjust Hierarchy: If the organizational structure is incorrect, adjust the hierarchy to ensure that units are properly classified. Make sure that a unit cannot be both a parent and a child in the same consolidation process.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries for the consolidation process. Ensure that the units are correctly defined and that there are no duplicates or incorrect assignments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for setting up consolidation units and investee units to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Consolidation Process: Familiarize yourself with the overall consolidation process in SAP, including how units are defined and how relationships between units are managed.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the consolidation process are trained and have access to documentation that outlines the correct procedures for setting up and managing consolidation units.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the hierarchy is correctly set up, you should be able to resolve the UCF6892 error and proceed with the consolidation process.