How To Fix HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC073 - Fiscal Year End should be greater than Fiscal Year Start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Fiscal Year End should be greater than Fiscal Year Start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC073 - Fiscal Year End should be greater than Fiscal Year Start ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC073 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year settings in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the "Fiscal Year End should be greater than Fiscal Year Start." This typically occurs when the configuration for the fiscal year is incorrect, leading to inconsistencies in the financial data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year start date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the fiscal year end date.
  Data Entry Errors: During the setup of the fiscal year, incorrect dates may have been entered.
  System Migration Issues: If the system has been migrated or upgraded, the fiscal year settings may not have been properly transferred or configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the fiscal year settings in your SAP system. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO > IMG > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year Change.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Look for the fiscal year variant that is causing the issue.
  Verify the start and end dates of the fiscal year. Ensure that the end date is indeed greater than the start date.
  
  
  
  Modify Dates if Necessary:
  
  If you find that the fiscal year start date is greater than or equal to the end date, modify the dates accordingly.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, perform a test transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct fiscal year settings, consult your organization's financial policies or SAP documentation for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand the different fiscal year variants available in SAP and how they affect financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the fiscal year settings in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.