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


MA870 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

  • Message number: 870

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

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  • 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

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