How To Fix FICO1121 - Determination period requires entry of a period of use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Determination period requires entry of a period of use

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:DE.FICO_ODETPRD>determination period</>. The
<DS:DE.FICO_OUSEPRD>period of use</> is missing.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a determination period and a period of use.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1121 - Determination period requires entry of a period of use ?

  The SAP error message FICO1121, which states "Determination period requires entry of a period of use," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling (FICO) when there is an issue with the configuration of the period of use for certain transactions or postings.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system requires a period of use to be defined for certain financial transactions, but it has not been configured properly in the system.
  Incorrect Posting Period: The posting period may not be open or valid for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the account or transaction may not have the necessary period of use defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICO1121 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for financial accounting or controlling where the period of use is defined.
  Ensure that the period of use is properly configured for the relevant accounts or transaction types.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods in the system (Transaction code: OB52).
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open and valid for the transaction type you are using.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant accounts (e.g., cost centers, profit centers, etc.) to ensure that the period of use is defined.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the required period of use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of periods of use in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OB52 (for posting periods), and others that may be relevant to your specific issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error FICO1121, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FICO1121 error in your SAP system.