How To Fix CC163 - Date & is within a protected time period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Date & is within a protected time period

What causes this issue?

You see this message in one of the following processing situations:
You are processing a change master record:
Entering the valid-from date
Entering an alternative date
Date shift of valid-from date or alternative date
Assigning alternative date to change object or deleting an allocation
You are processing a change object with reference to a change number
whose valid-from date is in the
<DS:GLOS.3526BEDCAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>protected time period</>:
Changing a change object (for example, BOM or routing)
Assigning or changing a revision level

System Response

The system checks the control data for data shifts in Customizing for
engineering change management. In your company, a protected time period
is defined.
In the fields <LS>Warn. time in days</> and/or <LS>Error time in days
</>, a number of calendar days defines how the protected time period is
calculated.

How to fix this error?

If the message is:
A warning message, processing is allowed. However, we advise you to
check the change objects. If you confirm the warning message, you can
continue processing.
An error message, processing is <ZH>not</> allowed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC163 - Date & is within a protected time period ?

  The SAP error message CC163, which states "Date & is within a protected time period," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) when you attempt to post or make changes to data that falls within a time period that has been locked or protected for changes. This is often done to ensure data integrity and prevent modifications to historical data that could affect reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Protected Time Period: The most common cause of this error is that the date you are trying to use for a transaction falls within a period that has been defined as "protected" in the system. This means that no changes can be made to financial data for that period.
  Period Closing: The financial period may have been closed for posting, which is a standard practice in financial accounting to ensure that all transactions for a given period are finalized.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the controlling area or project system may have been configured to restrict changes to certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Protected Period: Review the settings in the controlling area or project system to identify the protected time period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Change the Date: If possible, adjust the date of your transaction to a period that is not protected. This may involve changing the posting date or the date of the transaction you are trying to process.
  Unlock the Period: If you have the necessary authorizations, you may consider unlocking the protected period. This should be done with caution and typically requires approval from management or the finance team, as it can affect financial reporting.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the protected period or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your finance or controlling team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB52 (to maintain the posting periods) or KAH1 (to check controlling area settings) to review or change the settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding period closing and protected periods for more detailed procedures.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to posting periods or to unlock periods.
  
  Always proceed with caution when making changes to financial data or settings in SAP, as these can have significant implications for reporting and compliance.