How To Fix AC399 - You did not enter a fiscal year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 399

• Message text: You did not enter a fiscal year

What causes this issue?

A fiscal year is required for this function.

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?

Please enter a fiscal year.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC399 - You did not enter a fiscal year ?

  The SAP error message AC399, which states "You did not enter a fiscal year," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or when performing transactions related to fixed assets. This error indicates that the system requires a fiscal year to be specified for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year: The most common cause of this error is that the fiscal year field has not been filled in the transaction screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the system.
  Transaction Type: Certain transactions may require a fiscal year to be specified, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Fiscal Year: Ensure that you enter the fiscal year in the relevant field before executing the transaction. This is usually a mandatory field.
  Check Transaction Settings: Review the settings of the transaction you are trying to perform to ensure that all required fields, including the fiscal year, are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, check the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code and that it is active.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as sometimes missing authorizations can lead to incomplete data entry.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to asset accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset).
  Fiscal Year Variants: Fiscal year variants define the fiscal year structure for a company code, including the number of posting periods and special periods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.