How To Fix UCS0178 - No consolidation frequency is assigned to conoslidation cycle &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 178

• Message text: No consolidation frequency is assigned to conoslidation cycle &3

What causes this issue?

Version combination &V1& is assigned to
<DS:GLOS.5EBA10E34F90D411BA5A0800060D888B>consolidation cycle</> &V3& in
fiscal year &V2&. However, no consolidation frequency is assigned to
this consolidation cycle for delta year &V4&. (This is the current
fiscal year minus the starting year as defined in the version
combination.)

System Response

The task cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing settings for version combination &V1&.
If necessary, assign a consolidation frequency for delta year &V4& to
consolidation cycle &V3&.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0178 - No consolidation frequency is assigned to conoslidation cycle &3 ?

  The SAP error message UCS0178 indicates that there is no consolidation frequency assigned to the specified consolidation cycle. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module, which is part of the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) components.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to execute a consolidation process (like running a consolidation report or posting) for a consolidation cycle that has not been properly configured with a consolidation frequency. The consolidation frequency defines how often consolidations should occur (e.g., monthly, quarterly, annually).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a consolidation frequency to the specified consolidation cycle. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Consolidation Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the path: Accounting -> Financial Accounting -> Consolidation -> Master Data -> Consolidation Cycle.
  
  
  
  Select the Consolidation Cycle:
  
  Find and select the consolidation cycle that is causing the error (indicated by &3 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Assign a Consolidation Frequency:
  
  In the configuration settings for the selected consolidation cycle, look for the field related to "Consolidation Frequency."
  Assign the appropriate frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly) based on your organization's consolidation requirements.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After assigning the frequency, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Consolidation Process:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the consolidation process again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Consolidation Cycle: This is a key component in the consolidation process, defining how data from different entities is aggregated.
  Consolidation Frequency: This setting is crucial for determining the timing of financial reporting and consolidation activities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as UCM1 (for managing consolidation cycles) and UCM2 (for managing consolidation frequencies).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring consolidation cycles and frequencies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.