How To Fix ID_FIAA_JP_TAX031 - Company codes have different fiscal year variants

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_FIAA_JP_TAX - Messages for Tax Report raidjp_tax

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Company codes have different fiscal year variants

What causes this issue?

The sysem found different fiscal year variants when checking the
company codes (for example, in company code &V1&).

System Response

The programm terminates.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings of the company codes.
Either modify the settings of the company codes, or select the data so
that all company codes have the same fiscal year variant for the given
report.
Start the report again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_FIAA_JP_TAX031 - Company codes have different fiscal year variants ?

  The SAP error message ID_FIAA_JP_TAX031 indicates that there is a mismatch in the fiscal year variants between different company codes when trying to perform a transaction that involves multiple company codes. This error typically arises in scenarios such as intercompany transactions, where the system expects the fiscal year variants to be consistent across the involved company codes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the company codes involved in the transaction have been configured with different fiscal year variants. Each company code in SAP can have its own fiscal year variant, which defines the start and end of the fiscal year, as well as the number of posting periods.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the company codes involved in the transaction have the same fiscal year variant. Here are the steps to address the issue:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variants:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB29 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variants).
  Review the fiscal year variants assigned to the company codes involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Align Fiscal Year Variants:
  
  If the company codes have different fiscal year variants, you can either:
  
  Change the fiscal year variant of one of the company codes to match the other.
  Create a new fiscal year variant that suits both company codes and assign it accordingly.
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you decide to change the fiscal year variant, ensure that you consider the implications on financial reporting and historical data.
  Make sure to communicate with relevant stakeholders (e.g., finance team) before making changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: Understanding how to configure fiscal year variants is crucial. Each variant can define the number of posting periods, special periods, and the start and end dates of the fiscal year.
  Intercompany Transactions: If you frequently deal with intercompany transactions, it may be beneficial to standardize fiscal year variants across all company codes to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Always refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for best practices and guidance specific to your organization's setup.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ID_FIAA_JP_TAX031 error and ensure smooth processing of transactions across company codes.