How To Fix GL206 - The from fiscal year is after the to fiscal year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 206

• Message text: The from fiscal year is after the to fiscal year

What causes this issue?

The from fiscal year must come after or be the same as the to fiscal
year.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL206 - The from fiscal year is after the to fiscal year ?

  The SAP error message GL206 ("The from fiscal year is after the to fiscal year") typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the fiscal year settings in a financial transaction or report. This error indicates that the fiscal year range specified is incorrect, with the starting fiscal year being later than the ending fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Input: The user may have mistakenly entered the starting fiscal year (from year) as a later year than the ending fiscal year (to year).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Errors during data entry in transaction codes that require fiscal year input, such as during posting or reporting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the fiscal year values entered in the transaction. Ensure that the "from fiscal year" is earlier than or equal to the "to fiscal year".
  Correct the Fiscal Year Range: If the input is incorrect, correct the fiscal year range to ensure that the starting year is not after the ending year.
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration of the fiscal year variant in the SAP system. Ensure that the fiscal year settings are correctly defined in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: OB29).
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the fiscal year settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or finance team for guidance.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes where this error might occur include FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry), F-02 (General Posting), and others that involve fiscal year input.
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understanding how fiscal year variants are set up in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing how periods are defined and how they relate to the fiscal year.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to fiscal year handling or known bugs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GL206 error and ensure that your fiscal year settings are correctly configured.