How To Fix F4573 - Only define periods until &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 573

• Message text: Only define periods until &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4573 - Only define periods until & ?

  The SAP error message F4573 ("Only define periods until &") typically occurs in the context of financial periods and fiscal year settings in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a transaction or operation that involves a period that is not defined in the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Period Definition: The error usually arises when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that has not been defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The fiscal year variant does not include the period in question.
  The period is closed for posting.
  The user is trying to post to a future period that has not been set up.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal year variant or the posting periods in the financial accounting settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to check the defined posting periods for your company code.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open and defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  If the fiscal year variant does not include the required periods, you may need to adjust it. This can be done in transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant).
  Make sure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Open the Period:
  
  If the period is closed, you can temporarily open it in transaction code OB52 for the necessary company code and user group.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific configurations related to your organization’s financial setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variant
  OB37: Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the posting in a development or test environment before applying changes in the production environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F4573 error and successfully post transactions in the desired periods.