How To Fix 63461 - End date must be within settlement period

63461 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 461

• Message text: End date must be within settlement period

What causes this issue?

Date &v1& is not within the settlement period.

System Response

The system does not accept your entry.

How to fix this error?

Enter a date that is within the original settlement period &v2& - &v3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63461 - End date must be within settlement period ?

  The SAP error message "63461: End date must be within settlement period" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with settlement periods in SAP modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS). This error indicates that the end date you are trying to set for a transaction or a project is outside the defined settlement period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Settlement Period Definition: The settlement period is defined in the system and usually corresponds to a specific time frame (e.g., monthly, quarterly) during which financial transactions are processed. If the end date of your transaction falls outside this period, the system will generate this error.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date you entered may be incorrect or not aligned with the settlement periods configured in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the settlement periods are configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Settlement Periods: Verify the defined