/CEERE/DM074 - Fiscal Year entered is earlier than 2014. Please check

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEERE/DM -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Fiscal Year entered is earlier than 2014. Please check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEERE/DM074 - Fiscal Year entered is earlier than 2014. Please check ?

  The SAP error message /CEERE/DM074 Fiscal Year entered is earlier than 2014. Please check typically indicates that the fiscal year you are trying to enter in a transaction or report is not valid according to the system's configuration. This error is often encountered in the context of financial or accounting transactions where fiscal years are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year you are trying to use (e.g., 2013 or earlier) is not configured in the system. SAP systems often have a defined range of fiscal years that can be used, and if you attempt to enter a year outside of this range, you will receive this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as accidentally entering the wrong year.
  System Settings: The system may have been set up to only allow transactions for fiscal years starting from 2014 onwards, possibly due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the financial accounting settings to check the fiscal year variant and the range of years that are allowed.
  Ensure that the fiscal year you are trying to enter is included in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct the Year: 
  
  If you have mistakenly entered an incorrect year, simply correct it to a valid fiscal year (2014 or later).
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: 
  
  If you believe that you need to enter a year earlier than 2014 for a specific reason, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications and whether adjustments can be made to the fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  System Update: 
  
  If your organization requires the ability to enter earlier fiscal years for historical data or reporting, you may need to work with your SAP Basis or technical team to adjust the system settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This is a configuration in SAP that defines how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., whether it follows the calendar year or has a different structure).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (to maintain fiscal year variants) and OB37 (to define the fiscal year).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on fiscal year settings and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.