How To Fix F7267 - Fiscal month selection is not suitable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F7 - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 267

• Message text: Fiscal month selection is not suitable

What causes this issue?

You have selected the update of data for the electronic tax return and
restrict the reporting period by fiscal months. In this case, specify
either exactly one fiscal month or restrict serveral fiscal months.

System Response

The system cannot run the tax return.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F7267 - Fiscal month selection is not suitable ?

  The SAP error message F7267, "Fiscal month selection is not suitable," typically occurs when there is an issue with the fiscal month settings in the system. This error can arise in various financial transactions, particularly when trying to post documents or run reports that require a specific fiscal month.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code may not match the fiscal month being selected.
  Invalid Fiscal Month: The fiscal month being selected may not exist or may not be open for posting.
  Period Locking: The period for the selected fiscal month may be locked for posting, either due to configuration settings or because it has been closed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal periods in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OB29) and verify that the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code is correct.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is set up properly with the correct number of periods.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Month:
  
  Check the fiscal month you are trying to select. Ensure that it is a valid month within the fiscal year and that it is open for posting.
  You can check the status of the periods in the configuration (Transaction code: OB52) to see if the month is open.
  
  
  
  Review Period Locking:
  
  If the fiscal month is closed, you may need to open it for posting. This can be done in the same configuration area (Transaction code: OB52).
  Ensure that the period is not locked for the user or user group trying to perform the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal month settings or if changes are needed, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the correct periods are being used.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the fiscal month selection.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Maintain Fiscal Year Variant
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on fiscal year variants and posting periods for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.