How To Fix FE033 - Balance sheet/P+L is new

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FE - CO-PA module pool messages

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Balance sheet/P+L is new

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE033 - Balance sheet/P+L is new ?

  The SAP error message FE033, which states "Balance sheet/P+L is new," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a financial report or transaction that requires a specific version of the balance sheet or profit and loss statement (P&L) that has not yet been created or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  New Version Not Activated: The balance sheet or P&L version you are trying to access has been newly created but not yet activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly related to the financial statement versions.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the new version of the financial statement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (for balance sheet) or OB59 (for P&L).
  Check if the version you are trying to access is listed and ensure it is activated. If it is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the financial statement version is correctly configured. You may need to review the settings in the configuration menu under Financial Accounting > Financial Statements > Define Financial Statement Versions.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the financial statement version. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or activation process, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to execute the report or transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), F.01 (Financial Statements), and OB58/OB59 (Financial Statement Versions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.