How To Fix USMDZ004 - No fiscal year determined from fiscal year variant &1 and date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ - Nachrichten für MDGF Datenmodell (ohne Validierung)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No fiscal year determined from fiscal year variant &1 and date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ004 - No fiscal year determined from fiscal year variant &1 and date &2 ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ004 indicates that the system is unable to determine a fiscal year based on the fiscal year variant and the date provided. This typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules where fiscal year settings are crucial for processing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area may not be set up correctly.
  Date Issues: The date provided in the transaction may not fall within the range of the fiscal year defined in the fiscal year variant.
  Missing Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be properly configured in the system, or the fiscal year itself may not be defined for the specified period.
  Period Locking: The period for the date in question may be locked or closed, preventing the system from recognizing it as a valid fiscal period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 to review the fiscal year variants.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area is correct and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Date:
  
  Check the date being used in the transaction. Ensure that it falls within the valid range of the fiscal year defined in the fiscal year variant.
  If the date is outside the fiscal year range, adjust the date accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to check if the periods are open for posting. Ensure that the period corresponding to the date is open.
  If necessary, open the period for posting.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year variant settings or if changes are needed, consult with your SAP configuration team or financial controller to ensure that the settings align with your organization's fiscal policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Maintain Fiscal Year Variants
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on fiscal year variants and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal year determination.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message USMDZ004 and ensure that the fiscal year is correctly determined for your transactions.