How To Fix G4073 - Variant & not defined in fiscal year variant periods table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Variant & not defined in fiscal year variant periods table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4073 - Variant & not defined in fiscal year variant periods table ?

  The SAP error message G4073, which states "Variant & not defined in fiscal year variant periods table," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified variant in the fiscal year variant periods table, which is essential for processing financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant Definition: The specified variant is not defined in the fiscal year variant periods table (T001).
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be properly configured or assigned to the company code or controlling area.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the variant name when it is being called in a transaction or report.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variant Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Verify that the fiscal year variant you are trying to use is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the periods are set up correctly for the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Assign Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  You can check this in transaction code OB37 (Assign Company Code to Fiscal Year Variant).
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the variant name in the transaction or report where the error occurs to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year variant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  OB37: Assign Company Code to Fiscal Year Variant
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T001: Company Codes
  T004: Fiscal Year Variants
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal year variants and error G4073.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G4073 error and ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly defined and utilized in your SAP system.