How To Fix FGV604 - Choose either 'year-dependent' or 'calendar year'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FGV - Fiscal year variants

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Choose either 'year-dependent' or 'calendar year'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FGV604 - Choose either 'year-dependent' or 'calendar year' ?

  The SAP error message FGV604, which states "Choose either 'year-dependent' or 'calendar year'," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is a conflict in the settings related to fiscal year variants or periods. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify whether you want to work with a year-dependent fiscal year or a calendar year.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The error often arises when there is a mismatch in the fiscal year variant settings. For example, if the system is configured to use a year-dependent fiscal year, but the user is trying to perform an operation that requires a calendar year, or vice versa.
  Transaction Settings: Certain transactions or reports may require a specific type of year setting, and if the user has not selected the appropriate option, the system will throw this error.
  User Input: The user may not have made a selection in the relevant field that specifies the type of year to be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant: Go to the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant in SAP. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Financial Accounting Global Settings ? Fiscal Year ? Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up as either year-dependent or calendar year.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Option: When prompted by the system, make sure to select either 'year-dependent' or 'calendar year' based on your organization's requirements. This selection is usually found in the relevant transaction screen or report parameters.
  
  
  Review Transaction Parameters: If you are running a specific transaction or report, check the parameters you are entering. Ensure that you are consistent with the fiscal year settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the settings, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or finance team for guidance on the correct fiscal year settings.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to execute the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand the difference between year-dependent and calendar year fiscal year variants. Year-dependent fiscal years can have different periods for different years, while calendar year fiscal years follow the standard January to December format.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to select the appropriate fiscal year settings in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FGV604 error and proceed with your financial operations in SAP.