How To Fix MY104 - Please position cursor on desired year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Please position cursor on desired year

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function <LS>Period data</>.

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?

Please position the cursor on the fiscal year for which you want to see
the period data and choose <LS>Period data</> again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY104 - Please position cursor on desired year ?

  The SAP error message MY104 ("Please position cursor on desired year") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user is trying to access or manipulate data related to a specific fiscal year in the context of financial or controlling modules, such as the General Ledger (GL) or Cost Center Accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Cursor Positioning: The error indicates that the cursor is not positioned on a valid year in the selection screen or report. This often happens when the user is trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific fiscal year to be selected.
  Missing Year Selection: The user may not have selected a year from the dropdown or input field, or the year may not be available in the context of the transaction being executed.
  Data Availability: The fiscal year may not have been set up correctly in the system, or there may be no data available for the selected year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Position the Cursor: Ensure that the cursor is positioned on the desired year in the selection screen. Click on the year field and select the appropriate year from the dropdown list or enter it manually.
  Check Year Configuration: Verify that the fiscal year is correctly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration.
  Data Availability: Ensure that there is data available for the selected year. If the year has not been populated with any transactions, you may need to enter data or select a different year that has data.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the selected year. If not, contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration (Transaction Code: OB29) to ensure that the fiscal year is defined correctly.
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.