How To Fix FMPEP008 - Changes were made, budget values might be wrong. Refresh SAP List Viewer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Changes were made, budget values might be wrong. Refresh SAP List Viewer

What causes this issue?

After changed layout, the new budget values might be wrong.

System Response

Since you have changed the layout, the system cannot determine correctly
the budget values assigned to the existing list of FM account
assignments.

How to fix this error?

Refresh the SAP List Viewer, in order to retrieve the correct budget
values if you have the additive mode set to OFF.

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 FMPEP008 - Changes were made, budget values might be wrong. Refresh SAP List Viewer ?

  The SAP error message FMPEP008 ("Changes were made, budget values might be wrong. Refresh SAP List Viewer") typically occurs in the context of budget management within the SAP system, particularly when using the Funds Management (FM) module. This message indicates that there have been changes to budget data that may affect the values displayed in the SAP List Viewer, and it suggests that the user should refresh the view to ensure that the displayed data is current and accurate.
  Cause:
  
  Data Changes: The error is triggered when there are changes made to budget data (e.g., budget entries, commitments, or actuals) while the SAP List Viewer is open. This can happen if multiple users are accessing and modifying budget data simultaneously.
  Session State: The session may not be updated with the latest data, leading to discrepancies between what is displayed and the actual data in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Refresh the List Viewer: The primary solution is to refresh the SAP List Viewer. This can typically be done by:
  
  Clicking the refresh button in the SAP List Viewer toolbar.
  Pressing the F5 key on your keyboard.
  Closing and reopening the List Viewer if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Concurrent Changes: If you are working in a multi-user environment, check if other users are making changes to the budget data. Coordination may be necessary to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Log Out and Log Back In: If refreshing does not resolve the issue, logging out of the SAP session and logging back in can help reset the session state.
  
  
  Clear Cache: In some cases, clearing the SAP GUI cache may help resolve display issues.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If the problem persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying issues with the system or database.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FMPEP008 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  User Documentation: Review the user documentation for the Funds Management module to understand how budget changes are processed and displayed.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users on how to effectively manage budget data and understand the implications of concurrent changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMPEP008 error and ensure that your budget data is accurately reflected in the SAP List Viewer.