How To Fix UCUM010 - First select a consolidation unit or consolidation group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCUM - Messages for Monitor

• Message number: 010

• Message text: First select a consolidation unit or consolidation group

What causes this issue?

In order to open or close a period, you must first select a
consolidation unt or a consolidation group.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

First select a cell that clearly identifies a consolidation unit or a
consolidation group.

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 UCUM010 - First select a consolidation unit or consolidation group ?

  The SAP error message UCUM010 ("First select a consolidation unit or consolidation group") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module, which is part of the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) components. This error indicates that the system requires a consolidation unit or group to be selected before proceeding with a specific action, such as running a report or executing a consolidation process.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a consolidation unit or group to be specified, but none has been selected. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Trying to execute a consolidation report without selecting a unit or group.
  Attempting to post or process data in the consolidation module without defining the context (i.e., the specific unit or group).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCUM010 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Consolidation Unit or Group:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Look for a field or dropdown menu that allows you to select a consolidation unit or group.
  Choose the appropriate unit or group that you want to work with.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and select consolidation units or groups. If you lack permissions, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unable to find any consolidation units or groups, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they have been set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to verify that the consolidation units/groups are properly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or report you are using. This can provide additional context on how to select the required units or groups.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary selections, try to execute the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to consolidation, such as UC01 (Consolidation Monitor) or UC10 (Consolidation Data Entry).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the UCUM010 error.
  Training and Support: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on the SAP Consolidation module or seek support from your SAP helpdesk.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCUM010 error and proceed with your consolidation tasks in SAP.