How To Fix 1G496 - &1 &2: Next period - selection start/end &3/&4

1G496 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 496

• Message text: &1 &2: Next period - selection start/end &3/&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G496 - &1 &2: Next period - selection start/end &3/&4 ?

  The SAP error message 1G496 typically indicates an issue related to the selection of periods in a planning or reporting context, particularly when the system is unable to find valid data for the specified time frame. The message format suggests that it is related to a selection start and end period that is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Selection: The specified start and end periods (&3/&4) may not exist in the system or are not valid for the current planning or reporting context.
  Period Status: The periods may be closed or not open for posting or planning, which can prevent data retrieval.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the planning or reporting module that restrict access to certain periods.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available for the specified periods, leading to the error when attempting to retrieve or process data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Validity: Verify that