How To Fix CACSPH031 - No follow-on period exists for period &1 (&2), period rule &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSPH - Period Management

• Message number: 031

• Message text: No follow-on period exists for period &1 (&2), period rule &3 (&4)

What causes this issue?

No follow-on period exists for
<DS:GLOS.4483C42EF61F3D96E10000000A155435>period</> &V1& (&V2&) and
<DS:GLOS.39C3277B9F7A4EC7E10000000A114224>period rule</> &V3& (&V4&).
Consequently the date on which period &V1& (&V2&) ends cannot be
determined.

System Response

Further processing cannot be continued.

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

Generate the missing periods for period rule &V3& (&V4&).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSPH031 - No follow-on period exists for period &1 (&2), period rule &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message CACSPH031 indicates that there is no follow-on period defined for a specific period in the context of period control, typically related to controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules. This error usually arises when you are trying to post or process a transaction that requires a follow-on period, but the system cannot find a valid follow-on period based on the defined period rules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The period control settings may not be properly configured in the system. This includes the period rules and the associated periods.
  Period Status: The period you are trying to access may be closed or not open for posting.
  Incorrect Period Rule: The period rule being referenced may not have a defined follow-on period.
  Date Range Issues: The date of the transaction may fall outside the defined periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Control Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for period control in SAP (Transaction code: OB52 for financial periods or OKP1 for controlling periods).
  Ensure that the period rules are correctly defined and that follow-on periods exist for the specified periods.
  
  
  
  Open the Required Period:
  
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it for posting. This can be done in the same configuration settings mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Review the Period Rule:
  
  Verify that the period rule being used in the transaction has a valid follow-on period defined. You can check this in the configuration settings for the specific module (FI or CO).
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the valid range of open periods. If necessary, adjust the transaction date to a valid period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on period control and follow-on periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Open and close posting periods for financial accounting.
  OKP1: Maintain periods for controlling.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to period control settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.