How To Fix AU103 - The fiscal year variant is not suited for half-periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: The fiscal year variant is not suited for half-periods

What causes this issue?

Fiscal year version &V1& is not suited for half periods, since it is
not defined with 12 periods. In order to introduce half
periods, you need a fiscal year version with 12 periods.

How to fix this error?

You might need to use a fiscal year version with 12 normal periods for
Asset Accounting, which is different to that of the general ledger.

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

Check the fiscal year version for Asset Accounting in FI-AA Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU103 - The fiscal year variant is not suited for half-periods ?

  The SAP error message AU103 indicates that the fiscal year variant you are trying to use is not suitable for half-periods. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are attempting to perform a transaction that requires the use of half-year periods, but the fiscal year variant is not configured to support this.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant you are using may not be set up to allow for half-year periods. This can happen if the fiscal year variant is defined with a specific structure that does not include half-year periods.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may require half-year periods, such as certain asset transactions that are relevant for depreciation calculations or asset transfers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Review the settings of the fiscal year variant you are using. Ensure that it is configured to allow for half-year periods if your business processes require it.
  If necessary, create a new fiscal year variant that supports half-year periods or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction:
  
  If the transaction does not require half-year periods, consider adjusting the transaction or using a different fiscal year variant that is compatible with the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the implications of changing fiscal year variants and how it may affect your financial reporting and asset accounting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These are defined in SAP to control how financial periods are structured. They can be set up for different types of accounting (e.g., calendar year, fiscal year, half-year).
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module deals with the management of fixed assets, including acquisition, depreciation, and disposal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  OAYZ: Define Asset Accounting Settings
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking the fiscal year variant settings, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.