How To Fix 1I034 - Customizing for GL in bank area &1 may not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Customizing for GL in bank area &1 may not be changed

What causes this issue?

A company code and a general ledger variant fur updating the FI general
ledger was already entered for bank area &V1&. Entering new values is
not allowed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I034 - Customizing for GL in bank area &1 may not be changed ?

  The SAP error message 1I034 indicates that there is an issue with customizing settings for the General Ledger (GL) in a specific bank area. This error typically arises when there are attempts to change settings that are locked or not allowed due to certain conditions in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for the specified bank area may be locked, preventing any changes.
  Transport Requests: If the settings are part of a transport request that has already been released, you may not be able to change them in the development or quality system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the customizing settings.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain settings are not allowed to be changed after they have been set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the customizing settings for the specified bank area are locked. You can do this by checking the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., OBY6 for bank accounting).
  Review Transport Requests: If the settings are part of a transport request, ensure that the request is not released. If it is, you may need to create a new transport request for the changes.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific customizing settings for the bank area to understand any restrictions or guidelines.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the customizing settings and check for any inconsistencies or issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for bank accounting) and SPRO (for accessing the SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 1I034 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on customizing GL settings and bank accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.