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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WEBFI_BALANCES - Determination of Transaction Figures for Biller Direct
Message number: 006
Message text: Company codes use different fiscal year variants
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WEBFI_BALANCES006
- Company codes use different fiscal year variants ?The SAP error message WEBFI_BALANCES006: Company codes use different fiscal year variants typically occurs in the context of financial postings, consolidations, or reporting processes where multiple company codes are involved.
Cause:
This error arises because the company codes involved in the transaction or process are assigned different fiscal year variants in SAP. Fiscal year variants define the start and end dates of the fiscal year, including the number of posting periods and special periods. When a process requires uniformity in fiscal year settings (e.g., consolidation, balance carryforward, or certain reports), having different fiscal year variants across company codes causes inconsistencies and triggers this error.
Where it occurs:
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Aspect | Details |
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Error Message | WEBFI_BALANCES006: Company codes use different fiscal year variants |
Cause | Company codes involved have different fiscal year variants assigned |
Solution | Align fiscal year variants across company codes; check OB29 and OBY6; adjust or separate processes |
Impact | Prevents consistent financial processing, reporting, and consolidation |
Transactions to Check | OB29 (Fiscal Year Variants), OBY6 (Company Code Settings) |
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