How To Fix FK087 - No month names were found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 087

• Message text: No month names were found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK087 - No month names were found ?

  The SAP error message FK087 ("No month names were found") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the posting of documents or when generating reports that require month names. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary month names in the relevant language or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Month Names: The month names may not be defined in the system for the specific language or locale being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the month names from being recognized.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the language in which the month names are defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport or upgrade, the month names may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Month Names Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or OBY0 depending on your version) to check the configuration for month names.
  Ensure that the month names are defined for the relevant language.
  
  
  
  Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can check this in the user settings (transaction code SU01 for user maintenance).
  Ensure that the language set in your user profile matches the language for which the month names are defined.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Check the system configuration for any inconsistencies. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a recent transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the relevant objects that include month names.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OBY6, OBY0, and SU01 for configuration and user settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial configurations and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.