How To Fix FMPEP001 - Layout &1 is not consistent, you cannot continue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMPEP - Use for the Mulitple Budget Entry Transaction in BCS

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Layout &1 is not consistent, you cannot continue

What causes this issue?

The layout &V1& is not consistent because it contains at least two entry
columns with different <DS:DE.BUKU_VALTYPE>BCS value types</> (budget
and release). However, you cannot simultaneously work with only budgeted
<ZK>and </>released budget data. This can only be done in separate
budgeting phases.
For further information, see the documentation
<DS:SIMG.FMBCS_RELEASE_BUDGET>Overview of Release Scenarios</>

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?

Change the layout of the transaction in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.BCS_VC_FMPEP_CUST>Define Layout for Multiple Budget Entry</>
Optionally, select another layout in the menu bar <LS>Extras/Change
Layout</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMPEP001 - Layout &1 is not consistent, you cannot continue ?

  The SAP error message FMPEP001, which states "Layout &1 is not consistent, you cannot continue," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where layouts are used for displaying data. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the layout configuration, which prevents the system from processing the request.
  Causes:
  
  Layout Configuration Issues: The layout may have been modified or corrupted, leading to inconsistencies in the data structure or fields.
  Missing Fields: Required fields in the layout may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Version Mismatch: The layout version being used may not match the expected version in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the layout.
  Transport Issues: If the layout was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the layout configuration settings and verify that all required fields are present and correctly defined.
  Ensure that the layout is properly activated.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Layout:
  
  If the layout is corrupted, consider recreating it from scratch or restoring it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Fields:
  
  Review the layout definition to ensure that all necessary fields are included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the layout.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the layout was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and consider re-transporting the layout.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RECN (for Real Estate Management) or SE80 (for Object Navigator) to access layout configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FMPEP001 error in your SAP system.