How To Fix 3Q066 - If Other period is chosen on sel. screen, enter the from and to dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3Q - HR : Messages for Hong Kong

• Message number: 066

• Message text: If Other period is chosen on sel. screen, enter the from and to dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3Q066 - If Other period is chosen on sel. screen, enter the from and to dates ?

  The SAP error message 3Q066 typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a date range, but the required date fields are not filled in correctly. Specifically, this error is triggered when the "Other period" option is selected on the selection screen, but the user has not provided the necessary "From" and "To" dates.
  Cause:
  
  The user has selected the "Other period" option in a report or transaction that requires a specific date range.
  The "From" and "To" date fields are either left blank or not filled in correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Check Selection Screen: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction where the error occurred.
  Select Dates: If you have selected "Other period," ensure that you fill in both the "From" and "To" date fields with valid dates.
  Valid Date Format: Make sure that the dates are in the correct format as required by your SAP system (usually in the format YYYYMMDD or DD.MM.YYYY, depending on your system settings).
  Re-execute the Report: After entering the required dates, try to execute the report or transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes that involve date selection, such as reports for financials, inventory, or sales.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the report or transaction.
  SAP Notes: If the problem persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific report or transaction for additional guidance on date selection.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.