How To Fix KA808 - Enter the fiscal year and/or select the overall values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 808

• Message text: Enter the fiscal year and/or select the overall values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA808 - Enter the fiscal year and/or select the overall values ?

  The SAP error message KA808 ("Enter the fiscal year and/or select the overall values") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify a fiscal year or select overall values for the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year: The fiscal year is not specified in the selection criteria of the report or transaction.
  Selection Criteria: The overall values option is not selected, which may be necessary for the report to process correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or fiscal year settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify the Fiscal Year:
  
  When prompted by the error message, ensure that you enter a valid fiscal year in the appropriate field. This is usually a four-digit number representing the year (e.g., 2023).
  
  
  
  Select Overall Values:
  
  If applicable, check the option to select overall values. This may be a checkbox or radio button in the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for the controlling area and fiscal year in the SAP system. Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned and that the fiscal year is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified fiscal year and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific fields or options to select, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to cost accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), etc.
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand how fiscal year variants are set up in your SAP system, as they define the fiscal year and posting periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module.