How To Fix MQ580 - Enter a year for company code & first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 580

• Message text: Enter a year for company code & first

What causes this issue?

You want to define permitted transaction types for company code &V1&.
This is, however, only possible if you have also entered a fiscal year
for the company code.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a fiscal year for company code &V1& first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ580 - Enter a year for company code & first ?

  The SAP error message "MQ580 Enter a year for company code & first" typically occurs when a user is trying to execute a transaction that requires a fiscal year to be specified, but the year has not been entered or is invalid. This error is often encountered in financial transactions or when working with fiscal year settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Year Input: The user did not enter a fiscal year in the relevant field.
  Invalid Year Format: The year entered may not be in the correct format or may be outside the acceptable range.
  Company Code Configuration: The company code may not have been properly configured for the fiscal year in question.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may require a specific fiscal year that is not currently set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Year: Ensure that you enter a valid fiscal year in the required field. This is usually a four-digit year (e.g., 2023).
  Check Company Code Settings: Verify that the company code is correctly configured for the fiscal year you are trying to use. You can check this in the configuration settings for the company code.
  Review Transaction Requirements: Make sure that the transaction you are trying to execute is compatible with the fiscal year you are entering.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the fiscal year settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance on how to set up or modify fiscal year settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like OB29 (for fiscal year variant) or OBY6 (for company code settings).
  Fiscal Year Variants: Understand how fiscal year variants are set up in your SAP system, as they define the start and end of the fiscal year.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to fiscal year handling in your version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to company code settings or fiscal year configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.