How To Fix 8B475 - Selection is only possible for the previous period

8B475 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Selection is only possible for the previous period

What causes this issue?

For technical reasons, the selection is only possible for the previous
period.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B475 - Selection is only possible for the previous period ?

  The SAP error message 8B475 ("Selection is only possible for the previous period") typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or data selection in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with periods in financial transactions or reports. This error indicates that the system is enforcing a rule that restricts the selection of data to only the previous period, which is often a part of the business logic to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Restrictions: The error is triggered when a user attempts to select data for a period that is not allowed, usually the current or future period. This is common in financial reporting where only closed periods can be reported on.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict access to certain periods based on business rules or financial closing procedures.
  Data Locking: The current period may be locked for posting, preventing any selection or reporting on that period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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