How To Fix 1F119 - Settings for balances carried forward were changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Settings for balances carried forward were changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F119 - Settings for balances carried forward were changed ?

  The SAP error message 1F119 indicates that there have been changes made to the settings for balances carried forward in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly during the year-end closing process or when running the balance carryforward program.
  Cause:
  The error can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Changes in Configuration: If the settings related to balance carryforward have been modified after the last carryforward was executed, the system may not be able to process the carryforward correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the carryforward process was not completed successfully in a previous period, it can lead to this error.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the carryforward process after changes have been made.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration Changes: Check the configuration settings for balance carryforward in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that any changes made are appropriate and do not conflict with previous settings.
  
  
  Re-run the Carryforward Process: If changes were made, you may need to re-run the balance carryforward process. This can often be done through transaction codes like S_ALR_87012357 or S_ALR_87012358 for balance carryforward.
  
  
  Check for Incomplete Processes: Ensure that all previous financial periods have been closed properly and that there are no incomplete processes that could affect the carryforward.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the carryforward has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust user roles or permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to balance carryforward for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial closing and carryforward processes, such as OB53 (for carryforward settings) and F.01 (for financial statements).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address known issues related to balance carryforward.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the financial closing process are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.