How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST128 - You have changed the fiscal year variant from &3 to &4 (&1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 128

• Message text: You have changed the fiscal year variant from &3 to &4 (&1/&2)

What causes this issue?

You have changed the fiscal year variant from &V3& to &V4& in company
code &V1&, ledger &V2&.
Postings exist in company code &V1&, ledger &V2&.
After this change, the existing journal entries are not longer valid.

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 the company code is already used in your production system, you need
to revoke this change.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST128 - You have changed the fiscal year variant from &3 to &4 (&1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST128 indicates that there has been a change in the fiscal year variant for a company code or controlling area, and this change is causing issues with the accounting documents. The message typically appears when you attempt to post or process transactions that are affected by this change.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Change: The error occurs when the fiscal year variant for a company code or controlling area has been changed from one variant to another. This can happen due to configuration changes in the SAP system.
  Inconsistent Data: The change may lead to inconsistencies in the accounting documents, especially if there are open periods or transactions that span across the fiscal year change.
  Posting Periods: If there are open posting periods in the old fiscal year variant that are not compatible with the new variant, this can trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the fiscal year variant. Ensure that the new variant is correctly configured and that it aligns with the business requirements.
  Close Open Periods: If possible, close any open posting periods in the old fiscal year variant before making the change. This can help prevent inconsistencies.
  Adjust Documents: Review any accounting documents that may be affected by the change. You may need to adjust or re-post documents to align with the new fiscal year variant.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB29 (to change the fiscal year variant) and OB52 (to manage posting periods) to review and adjust settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling fiscal year variant changes.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that all transactions are processed correctly under the new fiscal year variant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines how the fiscal year is structured, including the number of periods and special periods.
  Posting Periods: These are defined in the fiscal year variant and determine when transactions can be posted.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on fiscal year variant changes.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your configuration and data before making significant changes to the fiscal year variant.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.