How To Fix AC279 - The fiscal year & to be copied has not yet been created.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 279

• Message text: The fiscal year & to be copied has not yet been created.

What causes this issue?

You entered a source fiscal year that has not yet been created in the
system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a fiscal year that already exists in the system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC279 - The fiscal year & to be copied has not yet been created. ?

  The SAP error message AC279 indicates that the fiscal year you are trying to copy has not yet been created in the system. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to perform a task that involves copying data from one fiscal year to another, such as during the year-end closing process or when setting up new fiscal periods.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Not Created: The primary cause of this error is that the fiscal year you are trying to copy data to has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the fiscal year settings or the periods associated with it.
  Data Entry Error: The fiscal year number entered may be incorrect or may not match the existing fiscal years in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC279 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 (for defining fiscal year variants).
  Verify that the fiscal year you are trying to copy to is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Create the Fiscal Year:
  
  If the fiscal year does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to open the period control.
  Define the new fiscal year and ensure that the periods are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Periods:
  
  Ensure that the periods for the fiscal year are open and available for posting. You can check this in the same transaction (OB52).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Double-check the fiscal year number you are trying to copy from and to. Ensure that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or finance team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Define fiscal year variants.
  OB52: Open and close posting periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify fiscal year settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC279 error and successfully copy the fiscal year data as needed.