How To Fix 5B525 - 'Period from' = 'Period to' is not allowed

5B525 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 525

• Message text: 'Period from' = 'Period to' is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B525 - 'Period from' = 'Period to' is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5B525, which states that "'Period from' = 'Period to' is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling transactions where a date range is required. This error indicates that the system does not allow the start date (Period from) and end date (Period to) to be the same. 
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Requirement: The system expects a range of dates for certain operations, such as posting transactions, running reports, or executing period-end closing activities. Having the same start and end date does not provide a valid range for these operations.
  Configuration Settings: In some cases, the configuration settings in the SAP system may enforce rules that prevent the use of identical start and end dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust the Date Range: Modify the input so that the 'Period from' date is earlier than the 'Period to' date. For example, if you have 'Period from' set to January 2023, you