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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCMV - Messages for Versions
Message number: 028
Message text: Version combination &1: Specify a starting year
You did not specify a starting year for
<DS:GLOS.B9BAA21E2A2FD511AE730800062AFB0F>multiperiod consolidation</>
in Customizing for version combination &V1&. This is invalid.
&NOTE&:
A blank starting year in multiperiod consolidation is valid only if the
consolidation cycle contains values for delta year 0 only. However, this
is currently not the case.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Specify a starting year for multiperiod consolidation for version
combination &V1&.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UCMV028
- Version combination &1: Specify a starting year ?The SAP error message UCMV028, which states "Version combination &1: Specify a starting year," typically occurs in the context of version management in SAP, particularly when dealing with planning or budgeting scenarios. This error indicates that a required starting year for a specific version combination has not been defined.
Cause:
The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
- Missing Configuration: The version combination specified does not have a starting year defined in the system.
- Incorrect Version Combination: The version combination being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
- Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the version combination is being referenced.
Solution:
To resolve the UCMV028 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Version Configuration:
- Navigate to the configuration settings for version management in your SAP system.
- Ensure that the version combination specified in the error message has a valid starting year defined.
Define Starting Year:
- If the starting year is missing, you will need to define it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the specific version combination.
- Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OKEQ for version management) and enter the version combination to set the starting year.
Validate Version Combination:
- Ensure that the version combination you are using is valid and correctly set up in the system.
- Check if there are any restrictions or prerequisites for the version combination that need to be fulfilled.
Consult Documentation:
- Review the SAP documentation or help files related to version management to understand the requirements for setting up version combinations and starting years.
Contact Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCMV028 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.
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