How To Fix M2012 - Error determining posting period (info structure &, variant &, RC &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error determining posting period (info structure &, variant &, RC &)

What causes this issue?

Exception &V3& occurred when function module PERIOD_DETERMINE was
called.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2012 - Error determining posting period (info structure &, variant &, RC &) ?

  The SAP error message M2012, which states "Error determining posting period (info structure &, variant &, RC &)," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when the system is unable to determine the appropriate posting period for a transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution involves several steps.
  Causes of Error M2012
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The posting periods may not be correctly configured in the system. This can include issues with the fiscal year variant or the posting period variant.
  
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The posting period for the transaction you are trying to execute may be closed. If the period is closed, the system will not allow postings to that period.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Info Structure: The info structure specified in the error message may not be set up correctly or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period or to access the info structure.
  
  
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions to Error M2012
  
  
  Check Posting Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting periods. Ensure that the relevant periods are open for posting.
  Verify the fiscal year variant and ensure it is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Info Structure:
  
  Check the info structure mentioned in the error message. Use transaction SIS to review the info structure settings and ensure it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. Check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, check for any system notes or patches that may address known bugs related to this error. You can use transaction SNOTE to check for SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific info structure and posting periods for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  SIS: To view and manage info structures.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on inventory management and posting periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M2012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.