How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD198 - Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has plan data up to &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has plan data up to &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD198 - Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has plan data up to &2. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD198 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a grant in the Public Sector Management (PSM) module. Specifically, the error states that the validity cannot end on a certain date because the grant has plan data that extends beyond that date.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to end the validity of a grant on a date (&1) that is earlier than the end date of the plan data associated with that grant (&2). This situation typically arises when there are budget or planning entries that are still valid beyond the date you are trying to set for the grant's validity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Plan Data: Review the plan data associated with the grant. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP that allows you to view grant details and associated planning data.
  
  
  Adjust Validity Dates: If the plan data is indeed valid beyond the date you are trying to set, you have two options:
  
  Extend the Grant Validity: Change the end date of the grant's validity to a date that accommodates the existing plan data.
  Modify Plan Data: If the plan data is no longer needed, you may consider adjusting or deleting the plan data to align with the desired end date of the grant's validity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing grants and plan data in the PSM module.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing grants and plan data, such as:
  
  FMX1: Create Grant
  FMX2: Change Grant
  FMX3: Display Grant
  FMAVCR01: Display Plan Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on the PSM module to better understand grant management and planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the grant's validity aligns with the associated plan data.