How To Fix FINS_FI_SIF020 - General ledger Customizing changes related to ledger &1, company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_SIF - SAP S/4HANA Finance: Subsequent Implementation of Functions

• Message number: 020

• Message text: General ledger Customizing changes related to ledger &1, company code &2

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings for ledgers were changed after the preparation
of the current project was completed.
The differences are related to the assignment of ledger &V1& to company
code &V2&, which is either new or has been deleted.

System Response

Since intermediate Customizing changes may have caused severe issues
during data transfer, the confirmation of data transfer for the current
project is <ZH>not</> possible by default, and a general error message
(message number <AB>040</>, message class: <AB>FINS_FI_MPROJ</>) is
issued.

How to fix this error?

You may have to contact the person responsible for the project or your
system administrator:
The message type of error message <AB>040</> (<AB>FINS_FI_MPROJ</>) can
be changed in transaction
<DS:TRAN.OBA5>Message Control by User.</>
If the message type is I (Info), S (Success) or W (Warning), you can
confirm the data transfer.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF020 - General ledger Customizing changes related to ledger &1, company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF020 typically indicates that there are issues related to the customizing settings for the General Ledger (G/L) in the context of a specific ledger and company code. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions or executing reports, when the system detects inconsistencies or missing configurations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The error often occurs when the necessary customizing settings for the specified ledger and company code are not properly configured. This can include missing account assignments, incorrect ledger settings, or incomplete configuration of the G/L accounts.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data related to the ledger or company code, such as differences in fiscal year variants or chart of accounts, this can trigger the error.
  
  
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the G/L configuration, such as adding new ledgers or modifying existing ones, and these changes have not been fully propagated or activated, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: 
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG) and navigate to the relevant sections for General Ledger Accounting.
  Verify that the ledger and company code in question have the necessary settings configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ledger is assigned to the company code and that all required parameters (like fiscal year variant, chart of accounts, etc.) are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check for the G/L accounts and the ledger settings. This can often be done through transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) or OBA7 (for G/L account settings).
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the error occurred after a transport of customizing settings, ensure that all related transport requests have been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  OBY6: Company code settings
  OBA7: G/L account settings
  OB52: Open and close posting periods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to the FINS_FI_SIF020 error message, as there may be updates or patches that address known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on General Ledger Accounting and customizing settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.