How To Fix BP096 - Enter both fiscal years or choose overall values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Enter both fiscal years or choose overall values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP096 - Enter both fiscal years or choose overall values ?

  The SAP error message BP096 ("Enter both fiscal years or choose overall values") typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or planning when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires fiscal year data but has not provided the necessary information.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Data: The user has not entered both the start and end fiscal years in the selection criteria for the report or transaction.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected an option that requires both fiscal years but only provided one.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal year settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BP096 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter Both Fiscal Years:
  
  Go back to the selection screen of the transaction or report.
  Ensure that both the "From Fiscal Year" and "To Fiscal Year" fields are filled in with valid fiscal year values.
  
  
  
  Choose Overall Values:
  
  If you do not want to specify individual fiscal years, look for an option to select "Overall Values" or a similar option that allows you to bypass the fiscal year selection.
  
  
  
  Check User Input:
  
  Double-check that the fiscal years entered are valid and exist in the system. Ensure that they are within the range of fiscal years configured in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to review the configuration of fiscal years in the system. Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up and that the periods are defined properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access the financial data and reports.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.