How To Fix FINB_CONFIG047 - Content ID &1 was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_CONFIG - Financials Configuration

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Content ID &1 was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_CONFIG047 - Content ID &1 was deleted ?

  The SAP error message FINB_CONFIG047 indicates that a specific content ID (identified by &1) has been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or related modules where content IDs are used to reference specific configurations or data entries.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Content ID: The most straightforward cause is that the content ID referenced in the error message has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to manual deletion by a user or as part of a data cleanup process.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the application is trying to access a content ID that no longer exists.
  Transport Issues: If the content ID was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to this error.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings or updates to the system might lead to the unavailability of certain content IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Content ID: Verify if the content ID mentioned in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view content IDs.
  Restore Content ID: If the content ID was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the content ID to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Request: If the issue is related to a transport request, ensure that all necessary objects have been transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others to investigate the content ID.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message FINB_CONFIG047.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.