How To Fix FCOM_MASTERDATA038 - &1 &2 changed after inactive version created

FCOM_MASTERDATA038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_MASTERDATA - Message class CO Master Data renovation

• Message number: 038

• Message text: &1 &2 changed after inactive version created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_MASTERDATA038 - &1 &2 changed after inactive version created ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_MASTERDATA038 typically indicates that there has been a change to a master data record after an inactive version of that record has been created. This situation can arise in various contexts, particularly in financial or controlling modules where master data is crucial for reporting and analysis.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A master data record (such as a cost center, profit center, or other financial master data) is modified after an inactive version has been generated.
  The system does not allow changes to active or inactive versions of master data to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Master Data Record: Review the master data record in question to identify what changes were made after the inactive version was created.
  
  
  Revert Changes: If possible, revert the changes made to the master data record to restore it to the state it was in when