How To Fix SAFT_PT_ACR001 - Issues found in the selection dates related to Fiscal Year definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFT_PT_ACR - SAF-T PT ACR Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Issues found in the selection dates related to Fiscal Year definition

What causes this issue?

This may be caused by different reasons. Below we have listed the
possible causes:
<ZK>Scenario 1</>: Selection dates refer to two different Fiscal Years
i.e. the input dates (Start Date / End Date) must be contained within a
single Fiscal Year.
<ZK>Scenario 2</>: The definition of the Fiscal Year is incorrect. In
Portugal, the fiscal year variant is based on the year of the Start
Date.
Example:
If you have Customized the Fiscal Year Variant for 2019 as 01.04.2018 to
31.03.2019, then this will result in an error
If you have Customized the Fiscal Year Variant for 2018 as 01.04.2018 to
31.03.2019, then this will result in no errors

System Response

The SAF-T report cannot be executed with incorrect selection dates
and/or Fiscal Year definition

How to fix this error?

Scenario 1: You must enter a period which encompasses a single Fiscal
Year, as defined by the Fiscal Year Variant.
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Scenario 2: You must correct the Fiscal Year Variant.

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

For more information on how to Customize the Fiscal Year Variant, see
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORFBOB29>Maintain Fiscal Year Variant.</>
For more information on how to assign a Fiscal Year Variant, see
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORFBOB37>Assign Company Code to Fiscal Year Variant
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFT_PT_ACR001 - Issues found in the selection dates related to Fiscal Year definition ?

  The SAP error message SAFT_PT_ACR001 indicates that there are issues with the selection dates in relation to the Fiscal Year definition in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the dates specified for a report or transaction do not align with the fiscal year settings configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The selected date range for the report or transaction may fall outside the defined fiscal year periods.
  Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured, leading to discrepancies between the selected dates and the fiscal year definitions.
  Period Locking: The periods for the fiscal year may be locked, preventing any transactions or reports from being processed for those dates.
  Missing Fiscal Year Definition: The fiscal year definition may not be set up for the company code or the specific period being queried.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Selection: Review the date range you are using for the report or transaction. Ensure that it falls within the defined fiscal year periods.
  Review Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the fiscal year in SAP (Transaction code: OB29 for fiscal year variant).
  Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly defined and that the periods are set up as expected.
  
  
  Unlock Periods: If the periods are locked, you may need to unlock them (if appropriate) to allow transactions or reports to be processed.
  Define Missing Fiscal Year: If the fiscal year is not defined for the relevant company code, you may need to create or adjust the fiscal year settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on fiscal year configuration and error resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variant
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal year definitions and error messages.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify fiscal year settings in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.