How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD212 - Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has hierarchies valid from &2 on.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has hierarchies valid from &2 on.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD212 - Validity cannot end on &1; this grant has hierarchies valid from &2 on. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD212 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a grant in the context of fund management. Specifically, the error states that the validity cannot end on a certain date because the grant has hierarchies that are valid from a later date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to end the validity of a grant or a budget that has associated hierarchies (like funds, cost centers, or other organizational units) that are still valid beyond the date you are trying to set. In other words, the system is enforcing a rule that prevents you from ending the validity of a grant if there are still active hierarchies that depend on it.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchies: Review the hierarchies associated with the grant. You need to identify which hierarchies are valid from the date specified in the error message (&2) and ensure that they are either adjusted or deactivated before you attempt to end the validity of the grant.
  
  
  Adjust Validity Dates: If the hierarchies are still needed, consider adjusting the validity dates of the grant or the hierarchies so that they align correctly. You may need to extend the validity of the grant or change the end date of the hierarchies.
  
  
  Deactivate Hierarchies: If the hierarchies are no longer needed, you can deactivate them or change their validity period to ensure that they do not conflict with the grant's validity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on fund management to understand the rules regarding grant and hierarchy validity.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for budget control) or FMBB (for budget adjustments) to manage grants and hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Fund Management Configuration: Ensure that your fund management configuration is set up correctly, as misconfigurations can lead to such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.