How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG010 - Type &1 of field &2 does not match GDT type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG - Central Finance: Configuration

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Type &1 of field &2 does not match GDT type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG010 - Type &1 of field &2 does not match GDT type &3 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG010 indicates a type mismatch in the configuration of fields within the Central Finance (CFIN) module. Specifically, it suggests that the type of a field in your configuration does not match the expected Global Data Type (GDT) type defined in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Field Configuration Mismatch: The field type defined in your configuration does not align with the expected data type in the GDT. This can happen if there have been changes in the data model or if the configuration was not set up correctly.
  Custom Fields: If you have custom fields or modifications, they may not be correctly aligned with the standard GDTs.
  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 that caused the mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Central Finance and identify the field mentioned in the error message.
  Verify the data type of the field in your configuration against the expected GDT type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Types:
  
  If you find a mismatch, adjust the field type in your configuration to match the expected GDT type.
  Ensure that any custom fields are also aligned with the GDT specifications.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance for any specific guidelines on field configurations and GDTs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Central Finance Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Central Finance to understand the data model and field configurations better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.