How To Fix FARR_BIZ_RECON003 - Please choose 'Period From' &1 is greater than 'Current Open Period' &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_BIZ_RECON -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Please choose 'Period From' &1 is greater than 'Current Open Period' &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_BIZ_RECON003 - Please choose 'Period From' &1 is greater than 'Current Open Period' &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_BIZ_RECON003 indicates that there is an issue with the period selection in a financial reconciliation process. Specifically, the error states that the "Period From" you have chosen is greater than the "Current Open Period." This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset accounting when trying to perform a reconciliation or reporting task.
  Cause:
  
  Period Selection: The "Period From" date you selected is later than the "Current Open Period." This means that the system is trying to access data for a period that is not currently open for posting or reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict access to certain periods.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly selected an incorrect period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Settings: Verify the current open periods in your SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., OB52 for controlling open and closed periods) and checking the settings for the fiscal year and periods.
  Adjust Period Selection: Change the "Period From" to a date that is less than or equal to the "Current Open Period." Ensure that you are selecting a valid period for the reconciliation or reporting task you are performing.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about which periods are open or need to make changes to the period settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with your organization's policies.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the periods you need to access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for managing open and closed periods) and FBL1N (for vendor line items) or FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to check the status of periods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial period management and reconciliation processes for further guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your financial reconciliation tasks.