How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK038 - CoCode &1, ledger &2: FYV &3 has other end date than leading ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_CHECK - Message Class for consistency check of CFG objects

• Message number: 038

• Message text: CoCode &1, ledger &2: FYV &3 has other end date than leading ledger

What causes this issue?

Ledger &V2& is assigned to at least one depreciation area in company
code &V1&. The fiscal year variant &V3& that is assigned to ledger &V2&
(company code &V1&) has another end date than the fiscal year variant
assigned to the leading ledger.
However, the fiscal year variant must have the same start and end date
as the fiscal year variant assigned to the leading ledger. Only the
number of periods in the fiscal years can be different.

System Response

The changes cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Please change the configuration settings for <LS>General Ledger
Accounting</> accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK038 - CoCode &1, ledger &2: FYV &3 has other end date than leading ledger ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK038 indicates a configuration issue related to the fiscal year variant (FYV) settings for a company code (CoCode) and ledger. Specifically, it suggests that the fiscal year variant for the specified company code and ledger has an end date that does not match the end date of the leading ledger.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Fiscal Year Variants: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code (CoCode) and the leading ledger may have different end dates. This can occur if the fiscal year variant for the leading ledger is configured differently from that of the company code.
  Configuration Errors: There may be an error in the configuration settings for the fiscal year variants in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The fiscal year variant assigned to the ledger may not be appropriate for the company code, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 to view and compare the fiscal year variants assigned to the company code and the leading ledger.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant for the company code matches the fiscal year variant for the leading ledger in terms of start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the fiscal year variant for either the company code or the ledger to ensure they are consistent.
  If necessary, create a new fiscal year variant that aligns with the leading ledger's settings.
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the ledger in transaction code OB22 to ensure that it is correctly set up and assigned to the appropriate fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team to ensure that the fiscal year variants are set up according to your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines the structure of the fiscal year, including the number of posting periods and special periods.
  Leading Ledger: In SAP, the leading ledger is the primary ledger used for financial reporting and is typically assigned to the company code.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Configuration of fiscal year variants.
  OB22: Configuration of ledgers.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting (FI) for further assistance.