How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_UTIL027 - Fiscal year variant not unique in ledger group &1 / comp. code &2 (&3/&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_UTIL - Messages for package FINS_ACDOC_UTIL

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Fiscal year variant not unique in ledger group &1 / comp. code &2 (&3/&4)

What causes this issue?

The current process requires a unique fiscal year variant for all
selected ledgers in company &V2&.
For the ledgers in ledger group &V1&, fiscal year variants &V3& and &V4&
are relevant.

System Response

The processing is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Ensure a unique fiscal year variant by specifying a ledger group
accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_UTIL027 - Fiscal year variant not unique in ledger group &1 / comp. code &2 (&3/&4) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_UTIL027 indicates that there is a problem with the fiscal year variant configuration in the context of a specific ledger group and company code. This error typically arises when the system finds multiple fiscal year variants assigned to the same ledger group and company code, which leads to ambiguity in processing financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Fiscal Year Variants: The primary cause of this error is that more than one fiscal year variant is assigned to the same ledger group and company code combination. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or changes made in the system that were not properly managed.
  Configuration Errors: Changes in the configuration of the ledger or company code settings may have led to inconsistencies in the fiscal year variant assignments.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes in the organizational structure, it could lead to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Assignments:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Ledgers > Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Review the fiscal year variants assigned to the relevant ledger group and company code.
  Ensure that only one fiscal year variant is assigned to each combination of ledger group and company code.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple fiscal year variants assigned, you will need to remove the duplicates. Keep only the correct fiscal year variant that should be used for that ledger group and company code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the ledger and company code to ensure that they are set up correctly and consistently.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to post a transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct fiscal year variant to use, consult your organization's financial documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: To check and configure fiscal year variants.
  OB37: To check the assignment of fiscal year variants to company codes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on fiscal year variant configurations.
  
  
  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 FINS_ACDOC_UTIL027 error and ensure that your fiscal year variant configurations are correct and unique for each ledger group and company code.