How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING018 - Sorry, but &2 in RYEAR and fiscal year &1 in FISCYEARPER don't match.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING - Messages for Package FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Sorry, but &2 in RYEAR and fiscal year &1 in FISCYEARPER don't match.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING018 - Sorry, but &2 in RYEAR and fiscal year &1 in FISCYEARPER don't match. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING018 indicates a mismatch between the planning year (RYEAR) and the fiscal year (FISCYEARPER) in the context of financial planning. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency in the fiscal year settings or when the data being processed does not align with the expected fiscal year configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Year Settings: The planning year (RYEAR) does not correspond to the fiscal year (FISCYEARPER) defined in the system. This can happen if the planning data is being entered for a year that is not set up in the fiscal year variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when trying to post or plan data.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter data for the wrong year or fiscal period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant in SAP (Transaction code: OB29).
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly defined and that the fiscal year settings match the planning year you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Verify Planning Data:
  
  Review the planning data being entered to ensure that it corresponds to the correct fiscal year and period.
  If necessary, adjust the planning data to align with the fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings in Planning Application:
  
  If you are using a specific planning application (like SAP BPC or SAP Analytics Cloud), check the settings there to ensure that the fiscal year and planning year are aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on fiscal year settings and planning configurations.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering planning data, including understanding fiscal year and planning year relationships.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant)
  KP06 (Cost Center Planning)
  CFM1 (Create Planning Layout)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning data aligns correctly with the fiscal year settings in SAP.