How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST181 - Customizing is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Customizing is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The ABAP program &V1& ended with errors because Customizing settings are
inconsistent.

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?

Start Customizing activity
<DS:TRAN.FINS_CUST_CONS_CHK>FINS_CUST_CONS_CHK</> in the affected
client to check the relevant Customizing settings. If errors occur,
follow the instructions given in the log of this transaction.
Start program &V1& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST181 - Customizing is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST181 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the customizing settings related to the Accounting Document Customizing. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the configuration settings for the financial accounting module, particularly in the context of document types, number ranges, or other related settings.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Customizing Settings: The most common cause is that the customizing settings for accounting documents are not aligned. This could be due to missing entries or incorrect configurations in the relevant tables.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be inconsistencies if not all related objects were transported correctly.
  Missing or Incorrect Number Ranges: If the number ranges for document types are not defined or are incorrectly set up, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Configuration: If changes were made to the configuration without proper checks or validations, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: 
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for Financial Accounting.
  Verify that all necessary settings are correctly configured and consistent across the system.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types and Number Ranges:
  
  Ensure that all document types used in your accounting processes have corresponding number ranges defined.
  Check for any missing or overlapping number ranges that could cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code OBA7:
  
  This transaction allows you to check and maintain the document types and their number ranges. Ensure that all document types are correctly assigned to the appropriate number ranges.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the accounting processes function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBA7 (Document Types), and OBA1 (Number Ranges).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Financial Accounting configuration for a deeper understanding of the settings involved.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting for further assistance.