How To Fix UCF6898 - Share percentages are zero; signs of book values are identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 898

• Message text: Share percentages are zero; signs of book values are identical

What causes this issue?

The investment data violates one of the following criteria:
The investment data for a partial or total transfer must be defined for
exactly two investors. The changes in the absolute values of the
divesting and aquiring investors' share percentages must be identical,
but with opposite signs.
If the change in the share percentages is zero, the book values of the
reported investment data must have opposite signs for the two investors.

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?

Correct the investment data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6898 - Share percentages are zero; signs of book values are identical ?

  The SAP error message UCF6898, which states "Share percentages are zero; signs of book values are identical," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation or intercompany transactions within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency in the share percentages or ownership structures defined for the entities involved in the consolidation process.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Share Percentages: The entities involved in the consolidation may have been set up with zero share percentages, meaning that they do not hold any ownership in each other.
  Identical Signs of Book Values: The book values of the entities may have the same sign (both positive or both negative), which can lead to issues in consolidation calculations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the consolidation settings or in the master data of the entities involved.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the financial statements or in the ownership structure can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Share Percentages: Review the ownership structure of the entities involved in the consolidation. Ensure that the share percentages are correctly defined and reflect the actual ownership.
  Review Book Values: Check the book values of the entities to ensure that they are correctly entered and that their signs are appropriate for the consolidation process.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system related to consolidation to ensure they align with the business requirements.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries for any inconsistencies or errors that may have led to this situation. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Consolidation Process: Familiarize yourself with the consolidation process in SAP, including how ownership structures and share percentages are defined and used in calculations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.