How To Fix MSPCIF002 - Entries of old customizing cannot be copied to new customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSPCIF -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Entries of old customizing cannot be copied to new customizing

What causes this issue?

Entries from Old customizing setting <ZH><ZK>"</></><ZK><ZH>Maintain
Revision Type and Number Range for Inbound Data Transfer" </></>cannot
be copied to new customizing setting "<ZK>Maintain Revision Type</>".

System Response

The data cannot be copied since the table <ZH>DIMSP_REVI_TYPE</> already
contains an entry with the same primary key.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSPCIF002 - Entries of old customizing cannot be copied to new customizing ?

  The SAP error message MSPCIF002 indicates that there is an issue with copying old customizing settings to new customizing settings in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the integration of the Material Management and Production Planning (PP) modules.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Inconsistent Customizing Settings: The old customizing settings may not be compatible with the new customizing settings. This can happen if there have been changes in the configuration or if the new customizing settings require different parameters.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The data required for the copying process may be incomplete or missing, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the old and new customizing settings, especially if the system has been upgraded or if there are different versions of the customizing settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the copying of customizing settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the old and new customizing settings to ensure they are compatible. Look for any discrepancies or missing configurations.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that all required data is present and correctly configured in both the old and new customizing settings.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the customizing settings are being transported from one system to another, ensure that the transport requests are complete and correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the copying of customizing settings. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific customizing settings you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites for copying settings.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for customizing settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message MSPCIF002 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes that address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on customizing settings in the MM and PP modules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.