How To Fix 9J606 - Usage period deadlines for trans. type &/actvty type & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Usage period deadlines for trans. type &/actvty type & not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J606 - Usage period deadlines for trans. type &/actvty type & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message 9J606 indicates that there are no usage period deadlines maintained for a specific transaction type and activity type combination. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Project System (PS) modules, where certain activities or transactions are expected to have defined usage periods.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The system is trying to process a transaction or activity that requires a usage period deadline, but none has been defined for the specified transaction type and activity type.
  This can happen if the configuration for usage period deadlines has not been set up correctly or if the relevant entries have been deleted or not maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the usage period deadlines for the relevant transaction type and activity type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path for maintaining usage period deadlines. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? IMG ? Controlling ? Overhead Cost Controlling ? Activity-Based Costing ? Define Usage Period Deadlines.
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Usage Period Deadlines:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if there are existing entries for the transaction type and activity type that you are trying to use.
  If there are no entries, create a new entry by specifying the transaction type, activity type, and the relevant usage period deadlines.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that was causing the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types and Activity Types: Understand the specific transaction and activity types you are working with, as this will help you in maintaining the correct usage period deadlines.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on how to configure usage period deadlines and the implications of these settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues that need to be addressed.