How To Fix CNFW_MSG_CL014 - Enter current or future year

CNFW_MSG_CL014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNFW_MSG_CL - Message Class for Forecast Workbench

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Enter current or future year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNFW_MSG_CL014 - Enter current or future year ?

  The SAP error message CNFW_MSG_CL014 ("Enter current or future year") typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when a user attempts to enter a year that is either in the past or invalid for a specific transaction or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Year Input: The user may have entered a year that is earlier than the current year or a year that is not allowed by the system settings.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to only allow entries for the current year and future years, which is common in financial applications to prevent posting to closed periods.
  Date Settings: The date settings in the user profile or the company code may restrict entries to certain periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Year Input: Ensure that the year you are entering is the current year or a future year. For example, if the current year is 2023, you should enter 2023 or any year beyond that