How To Fix USMD1211 - Specify a fiscal year variant for edition type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Specify a fiscal year variant for edition type &1

What causes this issue?

Since the edition type &V1& works on a period basis, you must specify a
fiscal year variant.

System Response

The changes cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a fiscal year variant for the edition type &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1211 - Specify a fiscal year variant for edition type &1 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1211, which states "Specify a fiscal year variant for edition type &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to create or modify an edition type but have not specified a fiscal year variant.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a fiscal year variant assignment for the specified edition type. In SAP, fiscal year variants are used to define the fiscal year structure, including the number of periods and special periods. When you create or manage an edition type in MDG, it is necessary to associate it with a fiscal year variant to ensure that the system can correctly handle financial data and reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify a fiscal year variant for the edition type in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Master Data Governance -> General Settings -> Edition Types.
  
  
  
  Edit the Edition Type:
  
  Find the edition type that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Select the edition type and choose to edit it.
  
  
  
  Assign a Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  In the edition type configuration, look for the field where you can specify the fiscal year variant.
  Enter the appropriate fiscal year variant that corresponds to your organization's financial calendar.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After entering the fiscal year variant, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These are defined in the SAP system and can be created or modified through the transaction code OB29. Make sure that the fiscal year variant you are assigning is correctly configured for your business needs.
  Edition Types: Edition types are used in MDG to manage different versions of master data. Each edition type can have specific settings, including fiscal year variants, which are crucial for financial reporting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring edition types and fiscal year variants.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking for any additional configuration settings or consulting with your SAP support team for further assistance.