How To Fix FI839 - Values 'from fisc.year/period' greater than 'to fisc. year period'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 839

• Message text: Values 'from fisc.year/period' greater than 'to fisc. year period'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI839 - Values 'from fisc.year/period' greater than 'to fisc. year period' ?

  The SAP error message FI839 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the fiscal year and period settings in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error occurs when the "from fiscal year/period" value is greater than the "to fiscal year/period" value. This typically happens in scenarios involving posting periods, closing periods, or when trying to execute transactions that span multiple fiscal periods.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have mistakenly entered a "from" fiscal year/period that is later than the "to" fiscal year/period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fiscal year variant or posting periods in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during transaction processing can lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered for the "from fiscal year/period" and "to fiscal year/period". Ensure that the "from" value is not greater than the "to" value.
  Adjust Posting Periods: If you are trying to post transactions across multiple periods, ensure that the periods are correctly defined in the system. You may need to adjust the posting periods in the configuration settings.
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings to ensure they are correctly configured. This includes verifying the start and end dates of the fiscal year and the periods defined within it.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the fiscal year settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance on how to properly configure fiscal years and periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB29 (to configure fiscal year variants) or OB52 (to open/close posting periods) to make necessary adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal year and period handling.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the fiscal year and period settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI839 error and ensure that your fiscal year and period settings are correctly configured for your financial transactions.