How To Fix FR300 - Balance sheet version & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Balance sheet version & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The balance sheet version you entered does not exist.

System Response

Termination of processing.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry. Create the balance sheet version you desired first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR300 - Balance sheet version & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FR300, which states "Balance sheet version & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or generate a financial report (like a balance sheet) using a balance sheet version that has not been defined in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Balance Sheet Version: The specified balance sheet version does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The balance sheet version may not be properly configured or assigned to the company code or fiscal year you are working with.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typographical error in the balance sheet version code you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Balance Sheet Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Balance Sheet Versions).
  Verify if the balance sheet version you are trying to use exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Balance Sheet Version:
  
  If the balance sheet version does not exist, you can create a new one in the same transaction (OB58).
  Click on "New Entries" and define the balance sheet version by providing a unique identifier and the necessary configuration.
  
  
  
  Assign the Balance Sheet Version:
  
  Ensure that the balance sheet version is assigned to the relevant company code and fiscal year. This can be done in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the balance sheet version code you are entering to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or financial team for guidance on the correct balance sheet version to use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB58: To manage balance sheet versions.
  FS00: To check G/L account settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to balance sheet versions.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view or create balance sheet versions in the system.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the report generation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR300 error and successfully generate your balance sheet report.