How To Fix GI193 - Fiscal year variant & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Fiscal year variant & not defined

What causes this issue?

You have assigned fiscal year variant &V1& to controlling area &V2&.
However, this fiscal year variant does not exist.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Assign a fiscal year variant that exists to controlling area &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI193 - Fiscal year variant & not defined ?

  The SAP error message GI193, which states "Fiscal year variant & not defined," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during posting transactions, reporting, or when trying to execute certain financial operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant that is being referenced in the transaction or report is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be properly assigned to the company code or the controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that references the fiscal year variant.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the fiscal year variant may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO ? IMG ? Financial Accounting ? Financial Accounting Global Settings ? Fiscal Year ? Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  Check if the fiscal year variant in question is defined. If not, create a new fiscal year variant or modify an existing one.
  
  
  
  Assign the Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Navigate to SPRO ? IMG ? Financial Accounting ? Financial Accounting Global Settings ? Fiscal Year ? Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code.
  Assign the correct fiscal year variant to the company code that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Review the transaction or report where the error occurred to ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the fiscal year variant was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport request to ensure that it included the necessary configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant) and OB37 (Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code) to access the relevant configuration screens directly.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify fiscal year variants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GI193 error and ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly defined and assigned in your SAP system.