How To Fix FINS_FI_MPROJ072 - Conflicting project &1 of type &2 (&3) is currently active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_MPROJ - Mass Data Project

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Conflicting project &1 of type &2 (&3) is currently active

What causes this issue?

Project &V1& is active at the same time as project &V4&. Project &V1& is
of type &V2& (&V3&) and operates on the same company codes or ledgers.
You can see an overview of all projects and monitor the status of
project &V1& using transaction
<DS:TRAN.FINS_MPROJ_STAT_OVW>Project Status Overview</>.

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?

Wait until project &V1& is completed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ072 - Conflicting project &1 of type &2 (&3) is currently active ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_MPROJ072 indicates that there is a conflict with a project that is currently active in the system. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform an action that involves a project that is already in use or has conflicting settings.
  Cause:
  
  Active Project Conflict: The project you are trying to work with is already active in the system. This could be due to another user working on the same project or a system process that is currently utilizing it.
  Project Type Mismatch: The project type you are trying to access may not match the expected type for the operation you are performing.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from making conflicting changes to the same project. If a project is locked by another user or process, you will encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Projects: Verify if the project you are trying to access is indeed active. You can do this by navigating to the project management area in SAP and checking the status of the project.
  Release Locks: If the project is locked, you may need to wait for the other user or process to complete their work. Alternatively, you can check for any locks using transaction codes like SM12 (to view and delete locks) or SM21 (to view system logs).
  Consult with Team Members: If you are in a collaborative environment, communicate with your team to ensure that no one else is working on the same project simultaneously.
  Review Project Types: Ensure that the project type you are trying to access matches the expected type for the operation you are performing. If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust your approach or consult with your project manager.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any configuration issues or system errors that may be causing the conflict.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ03: Display Project
  CJ02: Change Project
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to project management and error handling for further insights.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.