How To Fix FINO_IS003 - 'From fiscal period' must be smaller or equal to 'To fiscal period'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINO_IS - Information system Norway - messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: 'From fiscal period' must be smaller or equal to 'To fiscal period'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINO_IS003 - 'From fiscal period' must be smaller or equal to 'To fiscal period'. ?

  The SAP error message FINO_IS003 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal period range specified in a financial transaction or report. Specifically, the error states that the "From fiscal period" must be smaller than or equal to the "To fiscal period." This typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a range of fiscal periods for a report or transaction, and the starting period is greater than the ending period.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user has entered the "From fiscal period" as a later period than the "To fiscal period."
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the fiscal periods.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the fiscal periods may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to confusion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the fiscal period values entered in the transaction or report. Ensure that the "From fiscal period" is earlier than or equal to the "To fiscal period."
  Correct the Range: If the values are incorrect, adjust them accordingly. For example, if you have entered "2023-03" as the "From fiscal period" and "2023-02" as the "To fiscal period," you need to switch them to "2023-02" as the "From fiscal period" and "2023-03" as the "To fiscal period."
  Validation: After making corrections, validate the input to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the fiscal periods, refer to your organization's financial calendar or SAP documentation for the correct fiscal periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that you are aware of the fiscal year variant configured in your SAP system, as this will affect the available fiscal periods.
  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 during month-end closing processes.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the fiscal periods in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address specific issues related to fiscal periods in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINO_IS003 error and proceed with your financial transactions or reporting in SAP.