How To Fix H1393 - First select a fiscal year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 393

• Message text: First select a fiscal year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1393 - First select a fiscal year ?

  The SAP error message H1393, which states "First select a fiscal year," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action in the SAP system that requires a fiscal year to be specified, but none has been selected. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in financial transactions or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  No Fiscal Year Selected: The user has not selected a fiscal year in the relevant transaction or report.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the fiscal year.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the fiscal year data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Fiscal Year: 
  
  Navigate to the transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Look for a field or dropdown menu that allows you to select a fiscal year.
  Choose the appropriate fiscal year from the list.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured in the system.
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in SPRO) and verify that the fiscal year settings are correct.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year data.
  If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system settings or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: In SAP, fiscal year variants define the fiscal year structure, including the number of periods and special periods. Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code is set up correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (for fiscal year variant configuration) and OB52 (for posting periods) to manage fiscal year settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on handling fiscal year settings and related transactions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.