How To Fix FCO_AVC_PS236 - Restrict the Fiscal Year.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_AVC_PS - Availability Control: Project System

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Restrict the Fiscal Year.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_AVC_PS236 - Restrict the Fiscal Year. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_AVC_PS236 with the description "Restrict the Fiscal Year" typically occurs in the context of project system (PS) or controlling (CO) modules when there is an attempt to post or process transactions that are not allowed in the specified fiscal year. This error is often related to the fiscal year variant settings or the status of the fiscal year in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Closure: The fiscal year may have been closed, preventing any further postings or transactions.
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area may not align with the fiscal year being used in the transaction.
  Posting Period Restrictions: The posting period for the fiscal year may be restricted, either through configuration or due to the status of the period (e.g., it may be set to "closed" or "not open for posting").
  Project Status: The project or WBS element may have restrictions based on its status, which could prevent postings in certain fiscal years.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status: Verify if the fiscal year is open for posting. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system under the financial accounting settings.
  
  Transaction Code: OB52 (to check and adjust posting periods).
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods: If the fiscal year is closed, you may need to open it for posting. This can be done by adjusting the settings in the posting period configuration.
  
  Ensure that the relevant periods are open for the company code and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code is correct and matches the fiscal year you are trying to post to.
  
  Transaction Code: OB29 (to check and adjust fiscal year variants).
  
  
  
  Project Status Review: Check the status of the project or WBS element to ensure it allows postings in the desired fiscal year. If necessary, change the project status to allow further transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), OB29 (for fiscal year variants), and CJ20N (for project management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified fiscal year.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for more in-depth troubleshooting.