How To Fix FINS_BCF008 - Parameter &1 only takes effect in a repeat run

FINS_BCF008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_BCF - Balance Carryforward SAP S/4HANA Finance

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Parameter &1 only takes effect in a repeat run

What causes this issue?

You have specified that you would like to <DS:DE.FGL_BCF_XINIT>
initialize</> the balance carryforward. However, it is only possible to
initialize line items that have already been carried forward.

System Response

The system performs the balance carryforward without initialization.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FINS_BCF008 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_BCF008 indicates that a parameter you are trying to set or modify will only take effect during a repeat run of a certain process. This typically occurs in the context of financial processes, such as the closing of financial periods or the execution of certain batch jobs.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to change a parameter that is not applicable for the current execution of a program or transaction. In many cases, this means that the parameter you are trying to set will only be recognized and applied if the job or process is run again after the parameter has been changed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Parameter: Review the parameter you are trying to set (denoted as &1 in the error message). Ensure that it is indeed the correct parameter you want to modify.
  
  
  Modify the Parameter: If you need to change