How To Fix /SAPAPO/CMDS_CDQ021 - The fiscal year variant has been adopted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CMDS_CDQ -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The fiscal year variant has been adopted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_CDQ021 - The fiscal year variant has been adopted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_CDQ021 indicates that there is an issue related to the fiscal year variant in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the fiscal year settings between the APO system and the connected SAP ERP system.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Mismatch: The fiscal year variant defined in the APO system does not match the one defined in the SAP ERP system. This can happen if the fiscal year variant has been changed or if the settings were not properly synchronized between the two systems.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like product master, location master, etc.) may have been created or modified with a fiscal year variant that is not recognized or is inconsistent with the current settings.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings related to fiscal year variants in either the ERP or APO system without proper updates in the other system can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP ERP system and check the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration (Transaction code: OB29).
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant used in the ERP system is also defined in the APO system.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Settings:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the fiscal year variant in either the ERP or APO system to ensure they match.
  You can use transaction /SAPAPO/CMDS to check and adjust the settings in APO.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data in both systems to ensure that they are consistent and that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, update the master data to reflect the correct fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made in the configuration, ensure that they are properly transported to the relevant systems (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to fiscal year variants and APO integration for any specific instructions or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CMDS, OB29, and others that are relevant to fiscal year settings and master data management.
  Integration Settings: Ensure that the integration settings between SAP ERP and APO are correctly configured, as this can also impact how fiscal year variants are handled.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation and resolution.