How To Fix CACSOA063 - A period-dependent assignment is only possible with a validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSOA - FOA: Messages Related to Object Assignments

• Message number: 063

• Message text: A period-dependent assignment is only possible with a validity period

What causes this issue?

You are trying to insert an
<DS:GLOS.C52F02A5EC7DAA43A08E65249B65226E>assignment set</>. The
settings for the <DS:TX.CACS_OATY>assignment type</> of the
<DS:TX.CACS_OAWL>worklist for object assignment </> only allow
time-dependent <DS:GLOS.A3B73D454F0FA649A1EBCF0C50336DC5>object
assignments</>. In this case no validity period has been specified.

System Response

The insertion of an assignment set without an effective validity period
is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Enter data for the assignment set in the <LS>Effective from</> and
<LS>Effective to</> fields on the tab page <LS>Attributes of Assignment
Set</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSOA063 - A period-dependent assignment is only possible with a validity period ?

  The SAP error message CACSOA063 indicates that there is an issue with a period-dependent assignment in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you are trying to make an assignment that requires a validity period, but the necessary validity period has not been defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to assign a resource, cost center, or any other object that requires a validity period, but the system cannot find the required validity period.
  The assignment you are trying to make is period-dependent, meaning it needs to be valid for a specific time frame, but the relevant data is either incomplete or not maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the validity period for the assignment you are trying to make is defined. This includes checking the start and end dates for the assignment.
  If you are working with master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.), verify that the validity periods are correctly set up in the respective master data records.
  
  
  
  Maintain Validity Period:
  
  If the validity period is missing, you will need to create or update the relevant master data to include the necessary validity period.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., for cost centers, use transaction code KS01 to create or KS02 to change) and ensure that the validity period fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are working with custom configurations or enhancements, ensure that they are set up correctly to handle period-dependent assignments.
  Check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the assignment process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Controlling, Project System) for more detailed guidance on handling validity periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the assignment again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KSB1: Display Cost Center Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the master data or assignments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.