How To Fix FSBP325 - Date of fiscal year end is not after date of fiscal year start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP -

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Date of fiscal year end is not after date of fiscal year start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP325 - Date of fiscal year end is not after date of fiscal year start ?

  The SAP error message FSBP325 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year settings in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the date set for the end of the fiscal year is not after the date set for the start of the fiscal year. This can occur during the configuration of fiscal year variants or when entering data related to fiscal periods.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year start date is set to be the same as or later than the fiscal year end date.
  Data Entry Error: When entering or modifying fiscal year data, the dates may have been incorrectly inputted.
  System Settings: The fiscal year variant may not be properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FSBP325 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant).
  Select the fiscal year variant you are working with.
  Ensure that the start date of the fiscal year is before the end date. For example, if the fiscal year starts on January 1, it should end on December 31 of the same year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, modify them to ensure that the end date is after the start date.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Related Settings:
  
  Check if there are any other related settings that might affect the fiscal year configuration, such as special periods or additional fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These are used to define the structure of the fiscal year in SAP, including the number of periods and special periods.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variant
  OB37: Assign Company Code to Fiscal Year Variant
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on fiscal year configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or technical support for further assistance.