How To Fix /CEERE/DM271 - Object maintenance allowed for current year only


/CEERE/DM271 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /CEERE/DM -

  • Message number: 271

  • Message text: Object maintenance allowed for current year only

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEERE/DM271 - Object maintenance allowed for current year only ?
    The SAP error message /CEERE/DM271 Object maintenance allowed for current year only typically occurs in the context of managing master data or configuration settings in SAP, particularly in modules related to controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI). This error indicates that the system is restricting changes to certain objects or data because they can only be maintained for the current fiscal year.
    
    Cause: Fiscal Year Restrictions: The error is primarily due to the system settings that restrict changes to master data or certain configurations to the current fiscal year. This is a common practice to prevent inconsistencies in financial reporting and data integrity. Period Locking: The periods in the fiscal year may be locked, preventing any changes to data that fall outside the current period or year. Configuration Settings: Specific configuration settings in the controlling or financial modules may enforce this restriction.
    Solution: Check Fiscal Year Settings: Ensure that you are trying to make changes within

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