How To Fix 1M185 - Required field period not entered for time period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Required field period not entered for time period &1

What causes this issue?

The period field for time periods &v1& was set in Customizing as
required field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a value in the period field for the time periods &v1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M185 - Required field period not entered for time period &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1M185 indicates that a required field for the time period has not been entered. This typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing when the system expects a specific time period to be defined, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Time Period: The user did not specify a time period when trying to execute a transaction that requires it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the time periods for the specific transaction.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required field or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially the time period field, are filled in correctly. Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory.
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings: If you are using a specific transaction code, check the settings and parameters to ensure that the time period is defined correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to understand the required fields and their formats.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, verify that the time management or payroll settings are correctly configured to handle the required time periods.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training or documentation to ensure that users understand how to enter the required fields correctly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to time management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access the required fields and transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 1M185 in SAP.