How To Fix FCO_COST_CENTER006 - Please adjust the older validity period &1 manually.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_COST_CENTER - Manage Cost Center

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Please adjust the older validity period &1 manually.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COST_CENTER006 - Please adjust the older validity period &1 manually. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COST_CENTER006 typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the validity period of a cost center. This error indicates that the validity period for a cost center is not set correctly, and it needs to be adjusted manually.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A cost center is being used in a transaction or report, but its validity period does not cover the date of the transaction.
  The cost center may have been created or modified, but the validity dates (start and end dates) are not aligned with the current date or the date of the transaction being processed.
  There may be a mismatch between the fiscal year variant settings and the cost center's validity period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to manually adjust the validity period of the cost center. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Accounting > Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Cost Centers > Individual Processing (Transaction Code: KS02).
  
  
  
  Enter the Cost Center:
  
  Input the cost center number that is causing the error.
  Select the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  In the cost center master data screen, check the validity period fields (Start Date and End Date).
  Ensure that the start date is before or equal to the date of the transaction and that the end date is after or equal to the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, adjust them accordingly.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction:
  
  After adjusting the validity period, re-run the transaction that initially caused the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost center accounting and validity periods.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change cost center master data.
  
  
  
  Consulting with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct validity dates, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCO_COST_CENTER006 error and ensure that your cost center is valid for the transactions you are processing.