How To Fix FCO_COST_CENTER007 - Could not determine the validity period with end date &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_COST_CENTER - Manage Cost Center

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Could not determine the validity period with end date &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_COST_CENTER007 - Could not determine the validity period with end date &1. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_COST_CENTER007 indicates that the system could not determine the validity period for a cost center with the specified end date. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the cost center in question.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validity Period: The cost center may not have a defined validity period that includes the specified end date. Each cost center in SAP has a validity period defined by a start date and an end date.
  Incorrect End Date: The end date provided may not fall within the range of valid dates for the cost center.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the cost center, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Cost Center Not Active: The cost center may not be active during the specified period, leading to the inability to determine its validity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and enter the cost center in question.
  Verify the validity period (start date and end date) of the cost center. Ensure that the end date you are using falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If the validity period is incorrect or missing, you may need to adjust it. Use transaction code KS02 (Change Cost Center) to modify the validity dates as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is properly configured in the controlling area. Check if the controlling area settings allow for the creation of cost centers with the specified validity.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the cost center data. This can help identify if there are any other related issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing cost centers and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Group
  KSH2: Change Cost Center Group
  KSH3: Display Cost Center Group
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to cost center management.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify cost center data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FCO_COST_CENTER007 and ensure that the cost center validity periods are correctly defined and managed.