How To Fix FAGL_EMU132 - Start period (&1) is greater than end period (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_EMU - Messages for Euro Conversion in New Gen. Ledger Accounting

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Start period (&1) is greater than end period (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_EMU132 - Start period (&1) is greater than end period (&2) ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_EMU132 indicates that there is an issue with the specified start and end periods in a financial transaction or report. Specifically, the error states that the start period is greater than the end period, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Period Input: When a user inputs the start period and end period incorrectly, such that the start period is later than the end period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fiscal year variant or periods that lead to incorrect period definitions.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors where the user mistakenly enters the periods in the wrong order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_EMU132 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values:
  
  Review the input values for the start and end periods. Ensure that the start period is earlier than or equal to the end period.
  Correct any discrepancies in the input fields.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration. Ensure that the periods are defined correctly and that there are no overlaps or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Logic:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the logic of the transaction to ensure that it is designed to handle periods correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and any specific requirements for the transaction you are attempting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry), FAGLB03 (Display G/L Account Balances), or during month-end closing processes.
  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 perform the transaction, as sometimes restrictions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the FAGL_EMU132 error in SAP.