How To Fix GLE_MCA662 - Fiscal year information inconsistent.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Fiscal year information inconsistent.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA662 - Fiscal year information inconsistent. ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA662, which indicates "Fiscal year information inconsistent," typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the fiscal year settings within the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, when running reports, or during the closing process.
  Causes:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Mismatch: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area may not match the fiscal year variant used in the document or transaction.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The posting period may be closed or not open for the fiscal year in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fiscal year settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies in fiscal year settings may arise.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for posting may not be configured correctly for the fiscal year.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OB29) and verify that the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code or controlling area is correct.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is consistent across all relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods (Transaction code: OB52) to ensure that the period for the fiscal year is open for posting.
  If necessary, open the required periods for posting.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Ensure that the document types being used are correctly configured for the fiscal year in question. This can be checked in the configuration settings for document types (Transaction code: OBA7).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the fiscal year in both FI and CO modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If data migration has occurred, perform a consistency check to identify any discrepancies in fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant), OB52 (Open/Close Posting Periods), and OBA7 (Document Types).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on fiscal year settings and configurations.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.