How To Fix FIS_FIN_GL012 - First increment of aging group &1 does not start with zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIS_FIN_GL -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: First increment of aging group &1 does not start with zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIS_FIN_GL012 - First increment of aging group &1 does not start with zero ?

  The SAP error message FIS_FIN_GL012 indicates that the first increment of an aging group does not start with zero. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with aging reports for accounts receivable or accounts payable.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the configuration of the aging analysis does not meet the required criteria. Specifically, the first aging interval (or increment) should start with a value of zero. If it does not, the system cannot process the aging analysis correctly, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and adjust the configuration of the aging analysis. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for the aging analysis. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Aging Analysis ? Define Aging Intervals.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Aging Intervals:
  
  Review the defined aging intervals for the relevant account type (e.g., customer or vendor).
  Ensure that the first interval starts with a value of zero. For example, if your aging intervals are defined as:
  
  0-30 days
  31-60 days
  61-90 days
  
  
  The first interval should be defined as starting from 0.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Intervals:
  
  If the first interval does not start with zero, modify it accordingly. You may need to delete the existing interval and create a new one that starts from zero.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and exit the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Aging Analysis:
  
  Run the aging analysis report again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining intervals) or FBL1N/FBL5N (for displaying vendor/customer line items) to access relevant functionalities.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring aging analysis and understanding the implications of different settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the first increment of the aging group starts with zero, you should be able to resolve the FIS_FIN_GL012 error and proceed with your financial reporting tasks.