How To Fix ACC_CUSTOMIZING042 - Database entry for &1/&2 was overwritten with inactive content (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACC_CUSTOMIZING - Cross-Component Customizing Messages

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Database entry for &1/&2 was overwritten with inactive content (&3)

What causes this issue?

With aspect &V2& of component &V1&, there is a difference between the
active status in the database and the active status in the configuration
file. In both the database and the inactive version of the configuration
file, there is an entry for the key fields of the data record &V3&.
However, this entry is <ZH>not</> recognized in the active configuration
file due to an error.
This inconsistent status may have occurred due to a preceding,
unexpected error (short dump) that caused the active status in the
configuration file to go missing.

System Response

Data record &V3& of the inactive configuration file is written to the
database. Subsequently, the content of the <ZH>inactive</> configuration
file is therefore located on the database and then, once successfully
generated, also in the active configuration file. In this way, the
active status is once again consistent.
Activation continues.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator about the inconsistent status so that
any necessary action can be taken.

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 ACC_CUSTOMIZING042 - Database entry for &1/&2 was overwritten with inactive content (&3) ?

  The SAP error message ACC_CUSTOMIZING042 indicates that there is an issue with the database entry for a specific customizing object in the SAP system. The message states that the entry for the specified object (denoted by &1 and &2) has been overwritten with inactive content, which is represented by &3. This typically occurs when there are inconsistencies in the customizing settings or when changes have been made to the customizing objects that have not been activated.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Customizing Changes: The error usually arises when a customizing change has been made but not activated. Inactive changes can lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include the active version of the customizing object, it could lead to this error.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made directly in the database or through a transaction that bypasses the normal activation process can also cause this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Customizing Object: 
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the specific customizing object that is causing the issue.
  Check if there are any inactive changes and activate them.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport request containing the active version of the customizing object has been successfully imported into the target system.
  If necessary, re-import the transport request.
  
  
  
  Review Change Logs: 
  
  Check the change logs for the customizing object to identify any recent changes that may have led to the issue.
  If you find any discrepancies, you may need to revert to a previous version or reapply the changes correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues that may be related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SPRO (Customizing) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Support: If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to customizing and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACC_CUSTOMIZING042 error and restore the integrity of your customizing settings in the SAP system.