How To Fix UCFI053 - Reported inventory items: Carryforward transaction type not in selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFI - Messages for Elim. of IU Profit/Loss

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Reported inventory items: Carryforward transaction type not in selection

What causes this issue?

The single selection with the subassignments for &V4& contains the
characteristic &V3& with the role
<DS:GLOS.42EA9908C984D511B1250008C784EFB1>transaction type</>. The
system selects value &V1&, which is carried forward to &V2&. However,
value &V2& is not contained in the single selection.
Therefore, the system will not be able to identify the carried-forward
inventory data in the subsequent year.

System Response

Customizing settings for location of values will not be saved.

How to fix this error?

Either add the value &V2& to the single selection, or remove the value
&V1& from the single selection.

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 UCFI053 - Reported inventory items: Carryforward transaction type not in selection ?

  The SAP error message UCFI053, which states "Reported inventory items: Carryforward transaction type not in selection," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and financial reporting. This error indicates that the system is unable to process certain inventory items because the carryforward transaction type is not included in the selection criteria for the report or transaction being executed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transaction Type: The carryforward transaction type that is required for processing the inventory items is not included in the selection criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the carryforward transaction type is not properly defined or linked to the relevant inventory items.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection criteria when running the report or transaction can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain transaction types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the report or transaction. Ensure that the carryforward transaction type is included in the selection.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings for inventory management and ensure that the carryforward transaction types are correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Data Validation: Ensure that the inventory items being processed are correctly set up and that their transaction types are valid and active.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required transaction types. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the appropriate permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the carryforward transaction types and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C, which are used for inventory movements and may be related to the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or selection criteria, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise.
  
  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.