How To Fix HRFPM192 - Only select one active variant for the commitment period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Only select one active variant for the commitment period

What causes this issue?

The Customizing of <ZK>Position Budgeting and Control</> contains
several active variants for the period for automatic commitment
creation.

System Response

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_SYSRES OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE PAOC_FPM_NA_SYSADM OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Correct the IMG activity <LS>Define Period for Automatic Commitment
Creation</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM192 - Only select one active variant for the commitment period ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM192, which states "Only select one active variant for the commitment period," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with the Flexible Personnel Management (FPM) or related functionalities.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to select multiple active variants for a commitment period in a process that only allows for one active variant at a time. The commitment period is a specific timeframe during which certain HR processes or evaluations are conducted, and the system requires a single active variant to ensure clarity and avoid conflicts in data processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRFPM192 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Active Variants: Check the active variants that are currently set for the commitment period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or transaction where the variants are defined.
  
  
  Deactivate Unnecessary Variants: If there are multiple active variants, you will need to deactivate the ones that are not needed. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where the variants are managed.
  
  
  Select the Correct Variant: After ensuring that only one active variant is available for the commitment period, select that variant for your process.
  
  
  Test the Process: After making the changes, attempt to execute the process again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that pertain to variant management in your SAP system. Common transaction codes include SE38 (ABAP Editor) or specific HR-related transactions.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for detailed steps on managing variants and commitment periods.
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to variants. If you do not, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Consulting with Colleagues: If you are unsure about which variant to keep active, consult with your team or colleagues who are familiar with the HR processes in your organization.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRFPM192 error and proceed with your HR processes in SAP.