How To Fix FICO1313 - Valid-to date of previous period restored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Valid-to date of previous period restored

What causes this issue?

If two validity periods for a condition overlap, the system
automatically deletes the valid-to date of the previous period. If the c
reation of the second validity period is rejected during the release
process, the system must restore the valid-to date of the previous
period.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1313 - Valid-to date of previous period restored ?

  The SAP error message FICO1313, which states "Valid-to date of previous period restored," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling (FICO) when there is an issue with the validity dates of certain financial documents or periods. This error can arise during activities such as posting documents, closing periods, or executing financial reports.
  Cause:
  
  Period Closing Issues: The error often indicates that the system is trying to restore or revert the valid-to date of a previous period, which may not be allowed due to the current period being closed or locked.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that prevent the system from processing transactions correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect period settings or missing entries, can trigger this error.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the period settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the financial periods in the system. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open and not locked.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing the fiscal year variant and period control settings.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the financial data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions they are attempting. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or requires deeper investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (to maintain the posting periods) and OBA7 (to configure the fiscal year variant).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FICO1313 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FICO1313 error effectively.