How To Fix IDSAU315 - No starting group balances for year &1 defined for company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDSAU - Localization Saudi Arabia

• Message number: 315

• Message text: No starting group balances for year &1 defined for company code &2

What causes this issue?

No starting balances have been defined in table <NP>TD_D_AGTL </>(
<ZK>Asset Group Totals</>) in company code &V2& and fiscal year &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDSAU315 - No starting group balances for year &1 defined for company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message IDSAU315 "No starting group balances for year &1 defined for company code &2" typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary starting balances for a specified year and company code, which are required for the financial reporting or consolidation process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The starting balances for the specified year and company code have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the financial reporting or consolidation process may not be set up correctly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the starting balances may not have been transferred correctly.
  Period Closure: The financial year or period may not be properly closed, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Starting Balances:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Financial Accounting or Consolidation module).
  Ensure that starting balances for the specified year and company code are defined. This may involve entering the balances manually or importing them from another source.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the financial reporting or consolidation process to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Verify that the company code is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate financial reporting structures.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If data migration has occurred, check the migration logs and ensure that all necessary data, including starting balances, has been transferred correctly.
  If necessary, re-import or manually enter the missing starting balances.
  
  
  
  Period Closure:
  
  Ensure that the financial year or period is properly closed. If the period is still open, it may prevent the system from accessing the starting balances.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like OB52 for period control) to check or modify the settings related to financial periods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify financial data in SAP.
  
  If the issue 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 or Consolidation processes.