How To Fix FBV_JOB036 - &1 Periods back requested, but weighting factors exist only for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBV_JOB - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation

• Message number: 036

• Message text: &1 Periods back requested, but weighting factors exist only for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBV_JOB036 - &1 Periods back requested, but weighting factors exist only for &2 ?

  The SAP error message FBV_JOB036 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with the posting of documents or during the execution of batch jobs related to financial postings. This error indicates a mismatch between the number of periods requested for processing and the number of periods for which weighting factors are available.
  Cause:
  The error message FBV_JOB036 arises when:
  
  You are trying to process a certain number of periods (indicated by &1) in a financial job or transaction.
  However, the system has only defined weighting factors for a lesser number of periods (indicated by &2).
  This situation can occur if the configuration for the financial periods is incomplete or if the weighting factors have not been set up correctly for the required periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Weighting Factors Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the financial periods in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the weighting factors are defined for all the periods you are trying to process. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in the SAP menu.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Job Parameters:
  
  If you are running a batch job, check the parameters you have set for the job. Make sure that the number of periods you are requesting matches the number of periods for which weighting factors are available.
  
  
  
  Update Weighting Factors:
  
  If necessary, update the weighting factors to include the additional periods you need. This may involve consulting with your finance team to determine the correct weighting factors for the additional periods.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the job or transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the required weighting factors, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB29 (for defining periods) or OBY6 (for defining fiscal year variants) to check and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the financial configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FBV_JOB036 error and ensure that your financial postings or batch jobs can proceed without issues.