How To Fix 1M403 - Period cannot be initial for an account in hierarchy

1M403 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Period cannot be initial for an account in hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M403 - Period cannot be initial for an account in hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message 1M403 ("Period cannot be initial for an account in hierarchy") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that involves a hierarchy account, and the system requires a specific period to be defined. This error indicates that the period you are trying to use is not valid or has not been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Period: The most common cause is that the period field is left blank or is set to an initial value (e.g., "0000").
  Hierarchy Accounts: The error is specifically related to accounts that are part of a hierarchy. These accounts require a valid period to perform calculations or aggregations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the account hierarchy setup or in the reporting structure that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a Valid Period: Ensure that you enter a valid period in the selection screen or the relevant transaction. The period should correspond