How To Fix RTCMMD090 - Customizing settings are inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Customizing settings are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Possible causes:
The maintained hierarchy ID is not distribution chain-independent
The distribution chain-dependent hierarchy ID selected for the
distribution chain does not exist

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?

Select a distribution chain-independent hierarchy ID
Correct the distribution chain or select an existing distribution
chain-dependent hierarchy ID

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD090 - Customizing settings are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD090, which states "Customizing settings are inconsistent," typically arises when there are discrepancies or inconsistencies in the configuration settings related to the SAP system's customizing settings. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of certain transactions or when trying to access specific functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The most common cause is that the customizing settings in the system are not aligned or are incomplete. This can happen if changes were made to the configuration without proper adjustments in related areas.
  Missing Entries: Required entries in customizing tables may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Version Mismatch: Different versions of SAP components or modules may lead to inconsistencies if they are not compatible with each other.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain customizing settings, leading to perceived inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings in the relevant areas (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that all necessary configurations are complete and consistent.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the customizing settings and perform a consistency check. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Reconfigure: If specific settings are found to be incorrect, reconfigure them as needed. This may involve adjusting settings in related areas to ensure consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to identify any known issues or required settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the customizing settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for RTCMMD090 or related error messages for specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11, SE80, and others that may help in diagnosing and fixing the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies causing the RTCMMD090 error in your SAP system.