How To Fix 61119 - Maintain periods in Table T009B

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Maintain periods in Table T009B

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61119 - Maintain periods in Table T009B ?

  The SAP error message 61119, which states "Maintain periods in Table T009B," typically occurs when there is an issue with the fiscal year variant or the periods defined in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when trying to post transactions or perform period-end closing activities.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of defined periods for the fiscal year in the T009B table. This table contains the definitions for the posting periods for different fiscal year variants. If the periods are not maintained correctly, the system will not allow postings for those periods, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the periods in the T009B table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the T009B Table:
  
  Go to transaction code OB52 (or SPRO for configuration).
  If using OB52, you will be taken to the "Open and Close Posting Periods" screen.
  
  
  
  Maintain Posting Periods:
  
  In the "Open and Close Posting Periods" screen, you will see a list of fiscal year variants.
  Select the appropriate fiscal year variant that corresponds to the error.
  Ensure that the periods for the fiscal year are defined correctly. You may need to open or close specific periods based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code is correct and that it matches the periods you want to maintain.
  You can check the fiscal year variant assignment in transaction code OB37.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your entries.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After maintaining the periods, try to perform the transaction again that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  OB37: Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code
  SPRO: Access to SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  
  Table T009B:
  
  This table is used to define the posting periods for different fiscal year variants. It is crucial for ensuring that financial transactions can be posted in the correct periods.
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Variants:
  
  Fiscal year variants define how the fiscal year is structured, including the number of periods and whether there are special periods for year-end closing.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or Financial Accounting team for further assistance.