How To Fix FINS_FI_FYV_MAINT013 - Period &1 of fiscal year &2 ends after period &3 of FY &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_FYV_MAINT - Fiscal Year Variant Maintenance

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Period &1 of fiscal year &2 ends after period &3 of FY &4.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_FYV_MAINT013 - Period &1 of fiscal year &2 ends after period &3 of FY &4. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_FYV_MAINT013 indicates that there is a problem with the fiscal year variant settings, specifically related to the periods defined for a fiscal year. The error message states that the specified period of the fiscal year ends after another period of a different fiscal year, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant may have been incorrectly configured, leading to overlapping or misaligned periods.
  Period Closing Issues: There may be an attempt to close a period that is not properly defined or is overlapping with another fiscal year.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or changes in the fiscal year settings may have led to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Review the fiscal year variant settings to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and do not overlap.
  Ensure that the start and end dates for each period are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Period Settings:
  
  Check the periods defined for the fiscal year in question. Make sure that the end date of the specified period does not extend beyond the end date of the subsequent period in the fiscal year.
  Ensure that the periods for the fiscal year variant are consistent with the periods defined in the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Closing:
  
  If you are trying to close a period, ensure that all necessary transactions have been posted and that the period is correctly defined in the fiscal year variant.
  If necessary, reopen the period and make the required adjustments before attempting to close it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on fiscal year variant configuration and period management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal year variants and periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the fiscal year variant settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.