How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD189 - Validity cannot end on &1; budget period hierarchies valid from &2 on.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Validity cannot end on &1; budget period hierarchies valid from &2 on.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD189 - Validity cannot end on &1; budget period hierarchies valid from &2 on. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD189 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a budget period hierarchy in the Funds Management (FM) module. Specifically, the error states that the validity cannot end on a certain date because the budget period hierarchies are valid from a different date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to end the validity of a budget period hierarchy on a date that is not aligned with the defined validity periods of the hierarchy.
  The budget period hierarchy you are working with has a defined start date that does not match the end date you are trying to set.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of budget periods or hierarchies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Review the validity dates of the budget period hierarchy you are trying to modify. Ensure that the end date you are trying to set is after the start date defined in the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Adjust the End Date:
  
  If the end date you are trying to set is before the start date of the hierarchy, you will need to adjust it to a date that is valid according to the hierarchy's configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for budget period hierarchies in the SAP system. Check if there are any discrepancies or misconfigurations that need to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing budget period hierarchies and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Funds Management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMBB (Budgeting) or FMAVCR01 (Budget Availability Control) to manage budget hierarchies and their validity.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Funds Management and budget period hierarchies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.