How To Fix FE047 - Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for source language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for source language &

What causes this issue?

You have specified a language for the source language which is not
defined for this balance sheet/P+L version.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you have made an input error, then correct this entry.
If another source language is needed for this balance sheet/P+L
version, then you should define another maintenance language within
Financial Accounting configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE047 - Balance sheet/P+L & is not defined for source language & ?

  The SAP error message FE047 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the balance sheet or profit and loss (P&L) statement for a specific source language in the system. This error often arises when trying to generate financial statements or reports in a language that has not been properly set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The balance sheet or P&L statement has not been defined for the specified source language in the SAP system.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the report settings may not match the available configurations.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be a data entry error where the source language is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for financial statements.
  Ensure that the balance sheet and P&L statement are defined for the required source language. This can typically be found under the Financial Accounting (FI) module settings.
  
  
  
  Define Language Settings:
  
  If the language is not defined, you may need to create or modify the financial statement version to include the required language.
  Use transaction code OB58 to check and define the financial statement versions.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the correct language is set. You can do this by going to the user settings in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on how to configure financial statements for different languages.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the report generation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (Define Financial Statement Versions) and OBY6 (Define Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify financial statement configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.