How To Fix 76053 - Invalid period specified

76053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 76 - HR: Error Messages in Payroll Calendar

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Invalid period specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 76053 - Invalid period specified ?

  The SAP error message "76053 Invalid period specified" typically occurs when there is an issue with the time period specified in a transaction or report. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during financial postings, reporting, or when trying to access certain data that requires a valid time frame.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The specified start and end dates for the period may not be valid. For example, the end date may be earlier than the start date.
  Closed Periods: The period you are trying to access may be closed for posting or reporting. In financial contexts, this often happens when the fiscal year has been closed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict access to certain periods.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified period.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing