How To Fix BP360 - Either enter the period on all or none of the lines

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 360

• Message text: Either enter the period on all or none of the lines

What causes this issue?

The entry in the <LS>Period</> field in internal table
DOC_ITEMS_RECEIVER does not match the entry in either internal table
DOC_ITEMS or DOC_ITEMS_SENDER.
Either all lines or no lines of the table must be completed for field
<LS>Period</>.

System Response

Processing cancelled.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP360 - Either enter the period on all or none of the lines ?

  The SAP error message BP360, which states "Either enter the period on all or none of the lines," typically occurs in the context of business partner (BP) management or when dealing with certain transactions that involve multiple line items. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data entry for the period field across the line items in a document or transaction.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you have multiple line items in a transaction, and some of them have a period (date range) specified while others do not. SAP requires that if you are entering a period for one line item, you must enter it for all line items, or for none at all. This is to ensure data consistency and integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve the BP360 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Line Items: Check all the line items in the transaction or document where the error occurred. Look for the period field (start date and end date).
  
  
  Uniform Entry: 
  
  If you want to specify a period for the line items, ensure that you enter the period for all line items.
  If you do not want to specify a period, remove any entries from the period field for all line items.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try saving the document again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to business partner management, such as BP (Business Partner), or during the creation or modification of documents that involve multiple line items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be updates or patches that address similar issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of maintaining consistency in data entry, especially when dealing with multiple line items.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to the SAP community for further assistance.