How To Fix >4672 - Period with period key &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 672

• Message text: Period with period key &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4672 - Period with period key &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "4672 Period with period key &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or postings when the system cannot find a specified period key in the relevant period table. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Period Key: The period key specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Period Not Open: The period may not be open for posting. In SAP, periods are defined in the fiscal calendar, and if a period is closed, no transactions can be posted to it.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant or the period settings may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the period definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Period Key: Verify that the period key you are using is correct. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  Open the Period: If the period is closed, you may need to open it for posting. This can be done in the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Open and Close Posting Periods").
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up and that the periods are defined properly. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or if the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.
  Check for Data Migration Issues: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary periods were created and configured correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To open or close posting periods.
  SPRO: To access configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to fiscal year variants and posting periods for more detailed information on configuration and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.