How To Fix AY252 - Current fiscal year &1 has to be after transfer date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Current fiscal year &1 has to be after transfer date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY252 - Current fiscal year &1 has to be after transfer date &2 ?

  The SAP error message AY252 indicates that there is a mismatch between the current fiscal year and the transfer date in a transaction. Specifically, it means that the fiscal year you are trying to use is not valid because it must be after the specified transfer date.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year you are trying to use is not set up correctly in the system or is not open for posting.
  Transfer Date: The transfer date you are using is in the current fiscal year or a future fiscal year, which is not allowed.
  Posting Period: The posting period for the current fiscal year may be closed, preventing any transactions from being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings: Verify the configuration of the fiscal year in the SAP system. Ensure that the fiscal year is correctly defined and that the periods are open for posting.
  Adjust Transfer Date: If possible, change the transfer date to a date that is earlier than the current fiscal year.
  Open Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting periods for the current fiscal year are open. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) and checking the settings.
  Review Transaction: If you are performing a specific transaction, review the details to ensure that the fiscal year and transfer date are correctly aligned.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To maintain posting periods.
  OAAQ: To check and configure asset accounting settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on fiscal year settings and asset accounting.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the AY252 error and proceed with your transaction.