How To Fix FINS_IC404 - You can't post to company code &1 because project &2 is running.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_IC - Manage Currencies

• Message number: 404

• Message text: You can't post to company code &1 because project &2 is running.

What causes this issue?

Project &V2&, which introduces an additional currency to company code
&V1&, is still running.

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?

Complete project &V2& first. Then you can try to post to company code
&V1& again.

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_IC404 - You can't post to company code &1 because project &2 is running. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_IC404 indicates that you are trying to post a transaction to a company code that is currently associated with an active project. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings where certain restrictions are in place to prevent postings to company codes that are involved in ongoing projects.
  Cause:
  
  Active Project: The company code you are trying to post to is linked to a project that is currently active. This means that the project is in a status that does not allow postings to the associated company code.
  Project Status: The project may be in a status that restricts financial transactions, such as "In Progress" or "Locked".
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that prevent postings to company codes associated with active projects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Project Status: Verify the status of the project associated with the company code. If the project is indeed active and you need to post, consider whether the project can be completed or closed.
  Change Project Status: If appropriate, change the status of the project to allow postings. This may involve discussions with project managers or stakeholders.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to project management and financial postings. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling project-related postings.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to check project details or CJ02 (Change Project) to modify project settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change project statuses or make postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.