How To Fix F2229 - Change to general data must be confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Change to general data must be confirmed

What causes this issue?

You have made sensitive changes to the general data in account &V1&.
The account is blocked from the payment run until the changes have been
confirmed using transaction &V2&.

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?

Let another person confirm the changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2229 - Change to general data must be confirmed ?

  The SAP error message F2229, "Change to general data must be confirmed," typically occurs when there are changes made to the general data of a master record (such as a vendor or customer) that require confirmation before they can be saved. This is a common scenario in SAP when dealing with master data management.
  Cause:
  
  Unconfirmed Changes: The error usually arises when changes to the general data (like address, name, etc.) are made but not confirmed. SAP requires users to confirm these changes to ensure that they are intentional and to maintain data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to confirm changes to the general data.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may require confirmation for changes to be made to general data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Confirm Changes: If you are prompted with this error, look for a confirmation button or option in the interface. Confirm the changes you made to the general data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the general data. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to master data management in your SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like OX15 (for vendor/customer account groups) or OX02 (for company codes).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  BP: Business Partner (for managing customers and vendors)
  XD01/XD02: Create/Change Customer
  MK01/MK02: Create/Change Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for making changes to master data, including the confirmation process.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.