How To Fix FARR_ANALYTICS031 - Enter a correct period range; start period &2 is later than end period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ANALYTICS - Analytics

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Enter a correct period range; start period &2 is later than end period &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ANALYTICS031 - Enter a correct period range; start period &2 is later than end period &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ANALYTICS031 indicates that there is an issue with the period range specified in a financial report or transaction. Specifically, the error states that the start period is later than the end period, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the user inputs a date range or period range where the starting period (e.g., month, quarter, or year) is after the ending period. This can happen due to:
  
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the periods in the wrong order.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that affects how periods are defined or displayed.
  Data Entry Mistake: If the periods are being selected from a dropdown or list, the wrong selection may have been made.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the period range you have entered. Ensure that the start period is earlier than or equal to the end period.
  
  For example, if you entered January 2023 as the start period, the end period should be January 2023 or any month after January 2023 (e.g., February 2023, March 2023, etc.).
  
  
  
  Correct the Period Range: If you find that the periods are indeed in the wrong order, correct them accordingly.
  
  
  Validate Periods: If you are using a selection screen with dropdowns, ensure that you are selecting the correct periods from the available options.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the period definitions or how to select them, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the input values, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can help diagnose any underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is commonly encountered in financial modules such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting) or SAP CO (Controlling).
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others.
  Period Control: Understanding how periods are defined in your SAP system (e.g., fiscal year variant, posting periods) can help prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By ensuring that the period range is correctly defined, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your financial reporting or transaction processing.