How To Fix CMMD090 - Inconsistent Customizing entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMMD -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Inconsistent Customizing entries

What causes this issue?

Possible causes of the error:
1. The maintained hierarchy ID is not distribution chain independent.
2. The distribution chain-specific hierarchy ID selected for the
distribution chain does not exist.

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?

1. Select a distribution chain-independent hierarchy ID.
2. Correct the distribution chain or select an existing distribution
chain-specific hierarchy ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMMD090 - Inconsistent Customizing entries ?

  The SAP error message CMMD090, which indicates "Inconsistent Customizing entries," typically arises when there are discrepancies or inconsistencies in the configuration settings within the SAP system. This can occur in various modules, particularly in areas related to customizing settings for materials management, sales and distribution, or other components where configuration is critical.
  Causes of CMMD090
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The error may occur if certain required customizing entries are missing or incorrectly configured. This can happen during system upgrades, migrations, or manual changes.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data between different customizing tables, such as missing entries in related tables, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If customizing settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport process, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  User Errors: Manual changes made by users without proper understanding of the dependencies between customizing settings can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solutions to CMMD090
  
  
  Check Customizing Entries: Review the customizing settings in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that all required entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies. You may also use specific reports or tools provided by SAP to check for inconsistencies in customizing.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that all necessary customizing entries were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Recreate Missing Entries: If you identify missing entries, recreate them based on the correct configuration settings. You may need to refer to documentation or consult with a functional consultant.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation for the module you are working with to ensure that all customizing settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on customizing settings and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies that are causing the CMMD090 error in your SAP system.