How To Fix FICO1454 - Period cannot be changed because following period is still "In Release"

FICO1454 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Period cannot be changed because following period is still "In Release"

What causes this issue?

You want to change a validity period for which a subsequent period
already exists in the system. The dates of this subsequent period
overlap with this validity period and the period is in the process of
being released (the status is "In Release").

System Response

You cannot change the validity period if the release process has not
been completed for the subsequent period.

How to fix this error?

Release the subsequent period or reject this release. You can then
change the validity period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1454 - Period cannot be changed because following period is still "In Release" ?

  The SAP error message FICO1454 indicates that a financial period cannot be changed because the subsequent period is still in the "In Release" status. This typically occurs in the context of financial closing processes, where periods are locked for posting to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Status: The error arises when you attempt to change the status of a financial period (e.g., closing a period) while the next period is still open for posting. The system prevents changes to ensure that no transactions can be posted to a closed period if the subsequent period is still open.
  Release Process: The "In Release" status means that the period is in the process of being opened for posting, but it has not yet been fully released. This can happen if the release process is not completed or if there are pending tasks.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the financial periods in question.