How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST188 - Cust. changes in &1 / &2 might lead to inconsist. in existing postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Cust. changes in &1 / &2 might lead to inconsist. in existing postings

What causes this issue?

Some changes were done in Customizing that will affect company code &V1&
and ledger &V2&. These changes will change the way how existing postings
are interpreted by the compatibility views of Controlling.
These changes were either done by you or by another user who saved his
changes in parallel to your session.

System Response

The changes in Customizing will lead to an update of the content of
tables FINSC_CMP_VERSNC and FINSC_CMP_VERSND.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the changes were intended this way. Note that existing
postings in Controlling can lead to inconsistencies.
For more info about these tables, see
<DS:TX.FINS_CMP_VERSNC_TECH_DETAILS>documentation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the system sends this this message as error message but you still
want to make this change in Customizing, you can change the type of this
message from error to warning using
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>transaction OBA5</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST188 - Cust. changes in &1 / &2 might lead to inconsist. in existing postings ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST188 indicates that there are customer changes in the specified configuration (represented by &1 and &2) that could potentially lead to inconsistencies in existing postings. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when there are changes made to the configuration settings that affect how financial documents are processed.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The error is often triggered when there are changes made to the configuration settings related to account determination, document types, or other financial settings that could affect existing postings.
  Inconsistent Data: If the changes made are not compatible with the existing data or postings, it can lead to inconsistencies, which the system is designed to prevent.
  Customizing Settings: Changes in customizing settings that impact the financial document flow can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made in the configuration settings that led to this error. Identify what specific settings were altered.
  Analyze Impact: Assess the impact of these changes on existing postings. Determine if the changes are necessary or if they can be reverted to maintain consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific configuration settings that were changed. This can provide insights into potential impacts and best practices.
  Testing: If changes are necessary, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and others that may help in analyzing the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FINS_ACDOC_CUST188 for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on financial accounting configuration and best practices to avoid such inconsistencies.
  
  By carefully reviewing the changes and their implications, you can resolve the error and ensure that your financial postings remain consistent and accurate.