How To Fix FE156 - Selection also requires ledger fiscal year.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Selection also requires ledger fiscal year.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FE156 - Selection also requires ledger fiscal year. ?

  The SAP error message FE156 "Selection also requires ledger fiscal year" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a fiscal year to be specified, but it has not been provided in your selection criteria. This error is common in financial reporting and ledger-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year: The fiscal year is not specified in the selection criteria of the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that it requires a fiscal year for the specific ledger you are trying to access.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in how the selection screen is filled out, leading to the omission of the fiscal year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Fiscal Year: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction and ensure that you have entered a valid fiscal year. This is usually a four-digit number representing the year (e.g., 2023).
  Check Ledger Settings: If you are working with multiple ledgers, ensure that the fiscal year is relevant to the specific ledger you are querying.
  Review Documentation: Consult the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the required fields and selection criteria.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the ledger and fiscal year data.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured in your system settings (transaction code OB29).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly fill out selection criteria in reports to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By addressing the missing fiscal year in your selection criteria, you should be able to resolve the FE156 error and proceed with your reporting or transaction activities.