How To Fix FQ031 - Fiscal year is not defined as fiscal year identification &

FQ031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Fiscal year is not defined as fiscal year identification &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ031 - Fiscal year is not defined as fiscal year identification & ?

  The SAP error message FQ031, which states "Fiscal year is not defined as fiscal year identification &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the fiscal year settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various financial transactions, particularly when trying to post documents or execute reports that require a defined fiscal year.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Definition: The fiscal year for the specified company code or controlling area has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year settings may be incorrectly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Company Code Issues: The company code being used may not have a fiscal year defined, or it may not be properly linked to the controlling area.
  Period Locking: The fiscal year may be locked for posting, preventing any transactions from being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Fiscal Year:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global