How To Fix /SCA/DM_REL_CRQ033 - Item &1: Fiscal year change: Error - ASNs from previous year remain open

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM_REL_CRQ -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Item &1: Fiscal year change: Error - ASNs from previous year remain open

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM_REL_CRQ033 - Item &1: Fiscal year change: Error - ASNs from previous year remain open ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM_REL_CRQ033 Item &1: Fiscal year change: Error - ASNs from previous year remain open typically occurs during the fiscal year-end closing process. This error indicates that there are open Advanced Shipping Notifications (ASNs) from the previous fiscal year that need to be addressed before the system can proceed with the fiscal year change.
  Cause:
  
  Open ASNs: The primary cause of this error is that there are still open ASNs from the previous fiscal year. These ASNs represent deliveries or shipments that have not been fully processed or closed.
  Incomplete Transactions: There may be transactions related to these ASNs that have not been completed, such as goods receipts or invoice postings.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings related to fiscal year-end processing may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Open ASNs:
  
  Use transaction codes like VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check for open ASNs related to the item mentioned in the error message.
  You can also run reports to identify open ASNs that are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Process Open ASNs:
  
  Complete any outstanding transactions related to the open ASNs. This may involve:
  
  Posting goods receipts for deliveries that have been shipped but not received.
  Completing any necessary invoice postings.
  Closing any pending ASNs that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Incomplete Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no incomplete documents or transactions that are linked to the ASNs. This may involve checking for any blocked invoices or pending approvals.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Teams:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consult with your logistics or finance teams to ensure that all necessary actions have been taken to close out the previous fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to fiscal year-end processing in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  If needed, contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL03N, ME23N, MB51 (Material Document List), and MB5T (Stock in Transit) to help identify and resolve issues related to ASNs.
  Fiscal Year-End Closing Process: Understand the overall fiscal year-end closing process in SAP, including the necessary steps and checks that need to be performed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed guidance on handling ASNs and fiscal year-end processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the fiscal year change process.