How To Fix FINB_DMTOT015 - Configuration of totals/balance object &1 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_DMTOT - Data Retention: Total Persistence Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Configuration of totals/balance object &1 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Fact table &V2& was configured for totals/balance object &V1&.
But table &V3& should be used now. You <ZH>cannot</> change the fact
table.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_DMTOT015 - Configuration of totals/balance object &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message FINB_DMTOT015 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration of a totals or balance object in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) module. This error typically arises when the system detects that the settings for a specific totals or balance object are not aligned or are missing required configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The totals or balance object may not be fully configured in the system.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be conflicting settings or parameters for the totals/balance object.
  Data Model Issues: The data model for the totals object may not be correctly defined or may have been altered incorrectly.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the totals/balance object in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the Customizing (SPRO) settings under Financial Accounting or Controlling.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out and consistent.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: 
  
  Check the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific totals/balance object to ensure that you have followed all necessary steps for configuration.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: 
  
  Use transaction codes like OB52 (for fiscal year variant) or S_ALR_87012357 (for balance sheet) to check for inconsistencies in the configuration.
  You can also use transaction SCC4 to check client settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to identify any errors or warnings that occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object: 
  
  If the configuration is too inconsistent or complex to fix, consider deleting and recreating the totals/balance object.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OB52 (Fiscal Year Variant), and S_ALR_87012357 (Balance Sheet).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes that may provide updates or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring totals and balance objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FINB_DMTOT015 error message.