How To Fix FINS_FI_MPROJ040 - Customizing settings were changed after completion of preparation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MPROJ - Mass Data Project

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Customizing settings were changed after completion of preparation

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings were changed after the preparation of the
current project was completed. For example, entries in transaction
<DS:TRAN.FINS_SIL_CUST>Customizing</> might have been deleted.

System Response

Since intermediate Customizing changes might have caused severe issues
during data transfer, a confirmation of the data transfer for the
current project is <ZH>not</> possible by default.

How to fix this error?

You need to contact the person responsible for the project or your
system administrator.
In non-productive systems, the message type for this message can be
changed in transaction
<DS:TRAN.OBA5>Message Control by User</> using the application area
<AB>FINS_FI_MPROJ</>.
If the message type is I (Info), S (Success) or W (Warning), the data
transfer can then be confirmed.
Note: This function is only supported in non-productive systems.
Intermediate Customizing changes will always cause an error message in
productive systems and a confirmation of the data transfer will no
longer be possible.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ040 - Customizing settings were changed after completion of preparation ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ040 indicates that there have been changes made to the customizing settings after the completion of the preparation phase for a project. This error typically arises in the context of financial projects or when working with SAP S/4HANA Finance.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Customizing settings related to financial projects have been modified after the preparation phase has been completed.
  This can happen if there are changes made to configuration settings in the system that affect the project, such as changes to account assignments, financial structures, or other related settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Customizing Changes: 
  
  Check the customizing settings that were changed after the preparation phase. Identify what specific settings were modified and assess their impact on the project.
  
  
  
  Revert Changes: 
  
  If possible, revert the customizing settings to their original state as they were at the time of project preparation. This may involve restoring previous configurations or using transport requests to revert to an earlier version.
  
  
  
  Re-run Preparation Phase: 
  
  If changes are necessary and cannot be reverted, you may need to re-run the preparation phase of the project. This may involve re-initializing certain settings or configurations to align with the new customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific customizing settings that were changed. This can provide insights into the implications of those changes and how to address them.
  
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes made, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system and project.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing) to access and review the customizing settings.
  Change Logs: Check change logs or transport logs to identify who made the changes and when, which can help in understanding the context of the modifications.
  Testing: After making any changes or reverting settings, ensure to conduct thorough testing to confirm that the project functions as expected without any further errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FINS_FI_MPROJ040 error and ensure that your project is aligned with the necessary customizing settings.