How To Fix M3130 - Fiscal year variant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Fiscal year variant & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3130 - Fiscal year variant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M3130, which states "Fiscal year variant & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified fiscal year variant in the configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents, running reports, or executing transactions that require fiscal year information.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year variant.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the fiscal year variant code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variants.
  Verify if the fiscal year variant in question exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct the Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  If the fiscal year variant does not exist, you may need to create it or use a different existing variant.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year variant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the fiscal year variant code entered in the transaction for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year variant settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These are used in SAP to define how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., whether it is calendar year-based, non-calendar year-based, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OB29 to manage fiscal year variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to fiscal year variants and error M3130.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3130 error and ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up in your SAP system.