How To Fix FMHIE312 - Wrong fiscal year &1 for commitment item hierarchy, variant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE - Budget Hierarchies

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Wrong fiscal year &1 for commitment item hierarchy, variant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE312 - Wrong fiscal year &1 for commitment item hierarchy, variant &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE312 indicates that there is a mismatch between the fiscal year specified in the commitment item hierarchy and the fiscal year that is expected or valid for the variant being used. This error typically arises in the context of financial planning and controlling (FICO) when working with commitment item hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Mismatch: The fiscal year specified in the commitment item hierarchy does not match the fiscal year defined in the variant settings.
  Incorrect Variant: The variant being used may not be configured correctly for the fiscal year in question.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong fiscal year or variant is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Verify the fiscal year settings in the commitment item hierarchy. Ensure that the fiscal year corresponds to the one you are trying to use.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration in SAP (usually in the IMG under Financial Accounting or Controlling) and check the settings for the commitment item hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Variant Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the variant being used. Ensure that it is set up for the correct fiscal year.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code related to the variant (e.g., OBY6 for fiscal year variant) and reviewing the settings.
  
  
  
  Select Correct Variant:
  
  If you are using a report or transaction that allows you to select a variant, ensure that you are selecting the correct one that matches the fiscal year of your commitment item hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for the specific transaction or report you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for fiscal year variant) and KSV5 (for commitment item hierarchy).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FMHIE312 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify fiscal year and variant settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMHIE312 error and ensure that your commitment item hierarchy is correctly aligned with the fiscal year and variant settings in SAP.