How To Fix FB387 - Lower limit of the fiscal period is higher than the upper limit

FB387 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Lower limit of the fiscal period is higher than the upper limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB387 - Lower limit of the fiscal period is higher than the upper limit ?

  The SAP error message FB387, which states "Lower limit of the fiscal period is higher than the upper limit," typically occurs when there is a mismatch in the fiscal period settings in the system. This error can arise during various financial transactions, such as posting documents or executing reports, where the system checks the validity of the fiscal periods.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the lower limit (start date) of a fiscal period is set to a date that is later than the upper limit (end date).
  Posting Period Settings: The posting periods may not be correctly defined, causing the system to interpret the limits incorrectly.
  Period Locking: If certain periods are locked for posting, it may lead to confusion in the fiscal period settings.
  Customizing Errors: Errors in customizing settings related to fiscal periods or year-end closing processes can