How To Fix 1G185 - Period entered does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Period entered does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G185 - Period entered does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 1G185: "Period entered does not exist" typically occurs when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that is either closed or not open for posting in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where periods are defined for posting transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The period you are trying to post to has been closed in the system.
  Incorrect Period: The period entered in the transaction does not match any of the defined posting periods in the system.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may not align with the period you are trying to use.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (or use the menu path: Financial Accounting > Periodic Processing > Closing > Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Verify if the period you are trying to post to is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it for posting.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code is correct and that the periods are defined properly.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Posting Date:
  
  If the period is indeed closed and cannot be opened, consider adjusting the posting date to a valid open period.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about opening a period or changing settings, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  SPRO: Access to configuration settings
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes related to posting periods and fiscal year variants can provide additional insights.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can also help in finding solutions or similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1G185 and successfully post your transaction.