How To Fix 3I021 - Maximum value permitted not defined for part of the period in question

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Maximum value permitted not defined for part of the period in question

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact the system administrator or write an Online Support Service
message.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I021 - Maximum value permitted not defined for part of the period in question ?

  The SAP error message 3I021 ("Maximum value permitted not defined for part of the period in question") typically occurs in the context of SAP's investment management or project system modules. This error indicates that there is a problem with the maximum value settings for a particular investment or project during a specified period.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Maximum Value Definition: The maximum value for a specific investment or project has not been defined for the period in question. This can happen if the configuration for the investment program or project is incomplete.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The period for which the maximum value is being checked may not align with the defined periods in the system.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the investment program or project settings, it may lead to inconsistencies in the maximum value definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maximum Value Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant investment program or project in SAP.
  Verify if the maximum value is defined for the specific period in question. If it is not defined, you will need to set it up.
  
  
  
  Define Maximum Values:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the investment program or project.
  Define the maximum values for the required periods. This can usually be done in the customizing settings under the investment management or project system module.
  
  
  
  Review Period Settings:
  
  Ensure that the periods you are working with are correctly set up in the system.
  Check if the fiscal year variant and periods are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on how to set up maximum values for investment programs or projects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like IM01 (Create Investment Program), IM02 (Change Investment Program), or CJ20N (Project Builder) to access and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to investment programs or project settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in investment management or project systems.