How To Fix MDG_FICA_CHECK010 - Planned changes in the past are not allowed.

MDG_FICA_CHECK010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_FICA_CHECK - Contract Account Check Messages

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Planned changes in the past are not allowed.

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MDG_FICA_CHECK010 - Details

• The SAP error message MDG_FICA_CHECK010 ("Planned changes in the past are not allowed") typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) when there is an attempt to make changes to data that is dated in the past. This is a common validation check to ensure data integrity and consistency, as changes to historical data can lead to discrepancies in reporting and financial statements.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user attempts to modify a record (such as a customer or vendor master data) that has a validity period starting in the past.
  The system is configured to prevent changes to historical data to maintain data integrity.
  The change request includes planned changes that are set to take effect in a past period.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Review the validity dates of the data you are trying to change. Ensure that any