How To Fix MA870 - Year &: fiscal year variant & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Year &: fiscal year variant & not maintained

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA870 - Year &: fiscal year variant & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message MA870 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year variant configuration for a specific year in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process data for a fiscal year that has not been properly defined or maintained in the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Not Defined: The fiscal year variant for the specified year is not set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The fiscal year variant may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the fiscal year or variant is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MA870 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variants.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant for the specified year is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Navigate to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code.
  Check if the company code is linked to the correct fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Review the transaction or report that triggered the error to ensure that the fiscal year and variant are correctly specified.
  Correct any discrepancies in the data entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year variant settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These define how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., whether it is a calendar year, a non-calendar year, etc.) and how periods are defined within that year.
  Company Code: This is the smallest organizational unit in financial accounting for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit in management accounting that represents a closed system for cost accounting purposes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP expert or technical support for further assistance.