How To Fix FKK_FVA045 - Previous period end cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_FVA - FI-CA: FVA message class

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Previous period end cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_FVA045 - Previous period end cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message FKK_FVA045 ("Previous period end cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when the system is unable to find the end of the previous period for a specific transaction or process. This can happen during various operations, such as posting, closing periods, or running reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Period Closing: The previous period may not have been closed properly, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the fiscal year variant or periods may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data for the previous period.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system error or inconsistency that is causing the issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Closing: Ensure that the previous period has been closed correctly. You can do this by checking the period status in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OB52 for period control).
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant and ensure that all periods are defined correctly. This can be checked in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Maintain Fiscal Year Variant.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any missing or inconsistent data. You can use transaction codes like SARA for archiving or SE16 to view table entries.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the previous period. This can be done through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Restart: If the issue seems to be a temporary system error, consider restarting the relevant application server or checking for any ongoing background jobs that may be affecting the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for period control), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL5N (for customer line items).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on FI-CA processes and period management.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.