How To Fix WAHD613 - Fiscal year variant missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAHD - Messages for Alternative Historical Data

• Message number: 613

• Message text: Fiscal year variant missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAHD613 - Fiscal year variant missing ?

  The SAP error message WAHD613 indicates that a fiscal year variant is missing for a specific configuration or transaction. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system cannot find the appropriate fiscal year variant for the specified company code or controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The fiscal year variant has not been defined for the company code or controlling area in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly assigned to the company code or controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the fiscal year variant is expected but not provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WAHD613 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 Year Variants.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant you need is defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code:
  
  In the same SPRO path, navigate to Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code.
  Check if the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant company code. If not, assign it.
  
  
  
  Check for Controlling Area:
  
  If the error is related to controlling, ensure that the fiscal year variant is also assigned to the controlling area.
  Navigate to SPRO > Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Controlling Area > Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Controlling Area.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the data entered in that transaction to ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year variant settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These define how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., number of periods, special periods).
  Company Code: This is the smallest organizational unit for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit in management accounting that represents a closed system used for cost accounting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.