How To Fix GK186 - No fiscal year variant assigned to consolidation unit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 186

• Message text: No fiscal year variant assigned to consolidation unit &1

What causes this issue?

No <DS:GLOS.3528EC47E8AA5570E10000009B38F983>fiscal year variant</> was
assigned to consolidation unit &V1& for ledger &V2&.

System Response

Fiscal year variant 'K4' is used when assignments are missing.

How to fix this error?

Assign a fiscal year variant to consolidation unit &V1& for ledger &V2&
.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

<DS:TRAN.CX1N>Change consolidation unit</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK186 - No fiscal year variant assigned to consolidation unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message GK186 "No fiscal year variant assigned to consolidation unit &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Financial Consolidation or SAP Group Reporting when there is an attempt to perform a consolidation process, but the system cannot find a fiscal year variant assigned to the specified consolidation unit.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Variant: The consolidation unit (e.g., a company code or a group) does not have a fiscal year variant assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be linked to the consolidation unit.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when defining the consolidation unit or its associated fiscal year variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 (or the relevant configuration transaction for your version).
  Check the fiscal year variants defined in the system.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant consolidation unit. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate configuration settings for the consolidation unit and linking it to the correct fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured. This includes checking the start and end dates, as well as the periods defined within the variant.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the consolidation unit to ensure that all necessary fields, including the fiscal year variant, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the navigation paths and transaction codes may vary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the consolidation process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (for fiscal year variant configuration), OKEQ (for controlling area settings), and others that may be relevant to your consolidation setup.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Consolidation for further assistance.