How To Fix FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW005 - Search Error:required field Financial Statement Version is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW - message class for sFIN4 cash flow

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Search Error:required field Financial Statement Version is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW005 - Search Error:required field Financial Statement Version is empty ?

  The SAP error message FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW005 indicates that a required field, specifically the Financial Statement Version (FSV), is empty when trying to execute a cash flow statement or related financial report. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting and cash flow analysis within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Financial Statement Version has not been defined or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Settings: The transaction or report being executed does not have the necessary parameters set, leading to the absence of the FSV.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the Financial Statement Version.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently left the FSV field blank when entering data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Financial Statement Version:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) ? Financial Accounting (New) ? Financial Statements ? Define Financial Statement Versions.
  Ensure that a valid Financial Statement Version is created and configured according to your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Parameters:
  
  When executing the cash flow report or transaction, ensure that the Financial Statement Version is specified in the selection criteria.
  If you are using a custom report, check the report parameters to ensure that the FSV is being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Financial Statement Version. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, ensure that the FSV field is filled out correctly before saving or executing the report.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to cash flow reporting for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB58 (to define FSV) or F.01 (to execute financial statements) to navigate through the necessary configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your cash flow reports.