How To Fix KJ880 - ATTENTION: Fiscal year &1 entered is far ahead in the future.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 880

• Message text: ATTENTION: Fiscal year &1 entered is far ahead in the future.

What causes this issue?

The fiscal year entered is far ahead in the future.
This can cause significant performance problems with the next results
analysis.
See note 2757460

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ880 - ATTENTION: Fiscal year &1 entered is far ahead in the future. ?

  The SAP error message KJ880, which states "ATTENTION: Fiscal year &1 entered is far ahead in the future," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction or enter data for a fiscal year that is significantly beyond the current fiscal year. This is a warning to prevent users from making entries that may not be valid or relevant for the current business context.
  Cause:
  
  Future Fiscal Year Entry: The user is trying to enter data for a fiscal year that is set far into the future, which is not allowed by the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict entries to a certain range of fiscal years, and the entered year exceeds this range.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong fiscal year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Fiscal Year: Check the fiscal year you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is correct and within the acceptable range defined in your SAP system.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to adjust the configuration settings to allow for entries in the desired future fiscal year, if that is appropriate for your business processes.
  Use Current or Valid Year: If the fiscal year entered is indeed too far in the future, change it to the current fiscal year or a valid fiscal year that is within the acceptable range.
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter data for the fiscal year in question, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Settings: Review the fiscal year variant settings in SAP (transaction code OB29) to understand the defined fiscal years and any restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering fiscal year data to minimize errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.