How To Fix FB039 - ... no data was carried forward

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 039

• Message text: ... no data was carried forward

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB039 - ... no data was carried forward ?

  The SAP error message FB039, which states "No data was carried forward," typically occurs during the year-end closing process when the system attempts to carry forward balances from one fiscal year to the next. This error indicates that there are no balances to carry forward for the specified accounts or periods.
  Causes of FB039
  
  No Open Items: There are no open items in the accounts that are supposed to be carried forward.
  Incorrect Configuration: The carry forward settings in the financial accounting configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Period Closing: The fiscal year or periods may not be properly closed, leading to discrepancies in the data.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the relevant financial documents.
  Account Types: The accounts being processed may not be eligible for carry forward (e.g., certain types of accounts may not have balances).
  
  Solutions to FB039
  
  Check Open Items: Verify that there are open items in the accounts you are trying to carry forward. If there are none, the message is expected.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the carry forward settings in the financial accounting configuration (transaction code OBY6) are correctly set up for the relevant company codes and accounts.
  Close Periods: Make sure that all necessary periods are closed properly. You can check this in transaction code OB52.
  Data Completeness: Review the financial documents for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all necessary postings have been made before the carry forward process.
  Account Review: Check the account types and ensure that the accounts you are trying to carry forward are eligible for this process.
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Configuration for carry forward settings.
  OB52: To check and manage period closing.
  F.01: To run financial statements and check balances.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on year-end closing and carry forward processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the FB039 error.
  
  
  Testing: If you make changes to configurations or data, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FB039 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.