How To Fix MA848 - Technical fiscal year variant & is not maintained

MA848 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 848

• Message text: Technical fiscal year variant & is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA848 - Technical fiscal year variant & is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message MA848, which states "Technical fiscal year variant & is not maintained," typically occurs when there is a configuration issue related to the fiscal year variant in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the posting of documents or when running reports that require fiscal year information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined or maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be properly assigned to the company code or controlling area.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the configuration of the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MA848 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Fiscal Year