How To Fix G4072 - Period & & not defined for variant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Period & & not defined for variant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4072 - Period & & not defined for variant & ?

  The SAP error message G4072 ("Period & & not defined for variant &") typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or planning when a specific period is not defined for a given variant in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI), where variants are used to define specific settings for reports or planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Period Definition: The specified period (e.g., month, quarter) is not defined in the variant settings for the report or planning scenario you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Variant: The variant you are using may not be set up correctly or may not include the necessary periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or fiscal year settings that prevent the period from being recognized.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area may not align with the periods defined in the variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs (e.g., report or planning transaction).
  Check the variant settings to ensure that the required periods are defined.
  If necessary, create or modify the variant to include the missing periods.
  
  
  
  Define Periods:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., CO or FI).
  Ensure that the periods for the fiscal year are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code or controlling area.
  Ensure that it matches the periods you are trying to use in the variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up variants and periods.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like OB29 (for fiscal year variant) or KSV5 (for variants in CO) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify variants and periods in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G4072 error and ensure that the necessary periods are defined for the variant you are using.