/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES406 - &1 does not lie in the fiscal year variant &2

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: &1 does not lie in the fiscal year variant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES406 - &1 does not lie in the fiscal year variant &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES406 indicates that a specific date (represented by &1) does not fall within the defined fiscal year variant (represented by &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial postings or planning processes where the date being used is outside the range of the fiscal year defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Mismatch: The date you are trying to use for a transaction or posting is not within the fiscal year defined in the system. This could happen if:
  
  The date is from a previous fiscal year that has been closed.
  The date is from a future fiscal year that has not yet been opened.
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly configured to include the date in question. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect settings in the fiscal year variant.
  Changes in the fiscal year that have not been reflected in the system.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use. Ensure that it falls within the range of the fiscal year variant you are working with.
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant in SAP (Transaction code: OB29).
  Check the start and end dates of the fiscal year variant to ensure they encompass the date in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: If the date is incorrect, adjust the posting date to a valid date that lies within the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  Open/Close Fiscal Year: If necessary, you may need to open or close the fiscal year using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., OB52 for opening/closing periods).
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the fiscal year settings or need to make changes, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variants: These are defined in SAP to manage financial periods and can vary by company code. Each variant specifies the start and end dates of the fiscal year, as well as the number of posting periods.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: To configure fiscal year variants.
  OB52: To open or close posting periods.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on fiscal year variants and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly within the defined fiscal periods.