How To Fix BS_PERIOD048 - Frequency Type &1 does not fit to Frequency Map Type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_PERIOD - BS Period Toolset - Message Class

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Frequency Type &1 does not fit to Frequency Map Type &2

What causes this issue?

Frequency Source Type of Frequency Map Type does not fit to the
Frequency Type that has been set on your report selection screen.

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?

Adapt Selection Field: Frequency Type = Source Frequency Type of
Frequency Mapping Type - or:
Clear Selection Field: Frequency Type

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_PERIOD048 - Frequency Type &1 does not fit to Frequency Map Type &2 ?

  The SAP error message BS_PERIOD048 indicates that there is a mismatch between the frequency type specified in your configuration and the frequency map type that is expected in the system. This error typically arises in the context of period management, such as when dealing with financial periods, planning, or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The frequency type (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) defined in your configuration does not align with the frequency map type that the system is expecting for a particular operation or transaction.
  There may be a configuration issue in the settings for the frequency types or the frequency map types in the system.
  The frequency type used in a specific transaction or report does not match the frequency map type defined in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Verify the frequency types and frequency map types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the frequency type you are using is compatible with the frequency map type expected by the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Frequency Type:
  
  If you are using a custom frequency type, ensure that it is correctly mapped to the appropriate frequency map type.
  If necessary, change the frequency type in your transaction or report to match the expected frequency map type.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the expected configurations and mappings.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on frequency types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.