How To Fix GM149 - No fiscal year variant exists for area &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 149

• Message text: No fiscal year variant exists for area &1/&2

What causes this issue?

No fiscal year variant exists in controlling area &V3& in the period
from &1 to &2.

System Response

The entry is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Have a valid fiscal year variant be set up in controlling area &V3&.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM149 - No fiscal year variant exists for area &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message GM149 "No fiscal year variant exists for area &1/&2" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Public Sector Management (PSM) module, particularly when dealing with budget management and financial accounting. This error indicates that the system cannot find a fiscal year variant for the specified area (which could be a budget area or a controlling area).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant has not been defined for the specified area (e.g., budget area or controlling area).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the fiscal year variant may not be correctly set up or linked to the relevant area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the area or fiscal year variant is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO > Public Sector Management > Budget Control System > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  Ensure that a fiscal year variant is created and properly configured for the relevant area.
  
  
  
  Assign Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  After defining the fiscal year variant, ensure it is assigned to the relevant budget area or controlling area.
  This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you defined the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly linked to the relevant organizational units.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is active and not in a status that would prevent its use.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry for any typos or incorrect values that may have led to the error.
  Ensure that the area codes used in the transaction match those defined in the system.
  
  
  
  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 need to use transaction codes like OB29 (to define fiscal year variants) or OB37 (to assign fiscal year variants) depending on your specific needs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to fiscal year variants.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the fiscal year variant settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GM149 error and ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up for the specified area.