How To Fix UCMI006 - Brkd.cat.&4: Different breakdown type in subassignments of role &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMI - Messages for Breakdown Category, Item, Document Type, ...

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Brkd.cat.&4: Different breakdown type in subassignments of role &1

What causes this issue?

In breakdown category &v4&, the
<DS:GLOS.2EFD4F84C681D511B1250008C784EFB1>subassignments</> &v2& and
&v3& have different breakdown types, even though they have the same
role &v1&.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Assign the same breakdown type to the subassignments of role &V1& in
breakdown category &V4&.

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 UCMI006 - Brkd.cat.&4: Different breakdown type in subassignments of role &1 ?

  The SAP error message UCMI006 indicates that there is a mismatch in the breakdown types used in the subassignments of a specific role. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you have a role (e.g., a cost center or internal order) that has subassignments (like cost elements or other cost objects) with different breakdown types. Breakdown types are used to categorize costs in a specific way, and having inconsistent breakdown types can lead to issues in reporting and analysis.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Role: Determine which role (e.g., cost center, internal order) is causing the error. The error message will typically provide the role identifier (e.g., &1).
  
  
  Check Subassignments: Review the subassignments associated with the identified role. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like KSB1 for cost centers or KO03 for internal orders).
  
  
  Verify Breakdown Types: For each subassignment, check the breakdown type being used. Ensure that all subassignments under the role are using the same breakdown type.
  
  
  Standardize Breakdown Types: If you find that there are different breakdown types being used, you will need to standardize them. This may involve changing the breakdown type of some subassignments to match the others.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the breakdown types are consistent across all relevant roles and subassignments.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), and KO03 (Display Internal Order) to analyze the data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on breakdown types and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the roles and subassignments in question.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.