How To Fix EDEREG_TOOLS383 - Fiscal year not in period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_TOOLS - Deregulation Check Framework

• Message number: 383

• Message text: Fiscal year not in period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS383 - Fiscal year not in period ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS383 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year settings in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the fiscal year you are trying to access or process is not within the valid range defined by the system, which is typically set to allow for a range of 100 years before and after the current year.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Fiscal Year: The fiscal year you are trying to use is either too far in the past or too far in the future, exceeding the allowed range of 100 years before or after the current year.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be properly configured in the system, or the periods for the fiscal year may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect fiscal year is specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fiscal Year: Verify the fiscal year you are trying to access. Ensure that it falls within the range of the current year minus 100 to the current year plus 100.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration to ensure that the fiscal years are set up correctly. This can be done in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant
  
  
  Update Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the fiscal year in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific details on how to manage fiscal year settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand how fiscal year variants work in SAP and how they affect financial reporting and transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (to define fiscal year variants) and OB37 (to assign fiscal year variants to company codes).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to fiscal year issues that may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.