How To Fix PSM_S4C_FM_MD310 - Validity cannot end on &1; func. area has cost center valid from &2 on.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSM_S4C_FM_MD -

• Message number: 310

• Message text: Validity cannot end on &1; func. area has cost center valid from &2 on.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD310 - Validity cannot end on &1; func. area has cost center valid from &2 on. ?

  The SAP error message PSM_S4C_FM_MD310 indicates that there is a validity issue with a cost center in the context of a functional area. Specifically, the error states that the validity period for a certain entry cannot end on a specified date because the functional area has a cost center that is valid from a different date.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Cost Center Validity Mismatch: The cost center associated with the functional area has a validity period that does not align with the date you are trying to use for the transaction. For example, if you are trying to end the validity of a functional area on a date where the cost center is still valid, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date you are trying to set for the validity of the functional area may be incorrect or not aligned with the cost center's validity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system regarding the relationship between functional areas and cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Validity:
  
  Go to the cost center master data and check the validity dates. Ensure that the cost center is valid for the period you are trying to use in your transaction.
  You can do this by navigating to the cost center in the SAP GUI (Transaction code: KS03).
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Dates:
  
  If the cost center is valid beyond the date you are trying to set for the functional area, you may need to adjust the validity dates of either the functional area or the cost center to ensure they align correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Functional Area Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the functional area to ensure that it is correctly configured and that there are no discrepancies in the validity periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to functional areas and cost centers for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects multiple users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Configuration: Review the configuration settings for controlling and reporting in SAP, particularly in the context of Public Sector Management (PSM) if applicable.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.