How To Fix FINS_CFIN_GEN009 - &1: Time period &2 is not completely contained in time period &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_GEN - Central Finance - General messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: &1: Time period &2 is not completely contained in time period &3

What causes this issue?

Time period is not contained within time 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?

Correct time period so that is completely contained in the
superordinate time period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_GEN009 - &1: Time period &2 is not completely contained in time period &3 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_GEN009 typically occurs in the context of financial data processing, particularly when dealing with the Central Finance (CFIN) functionality. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the time periods being processed, specifically that the specified time period is not fully contained within another time period.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to post or process financial data for a specific time period (e.g., a month or a quarter) that does not completely fit within the defined time period of the posting or processing rules.
  The time period you are trying to use (denoted as &2 in the error message) overlaps or extends beyond the boundaries of the time period that is allowed or defined (denoted as &3 in the error message).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Periods: Verify the time periods you are working with. Ensure that the time period you are trying to use is completely contained within the allowed time period. This may involve checking:
  
  The fiscal year variant settings.
  The posting periods defined in the system.
  Any specific configuration related to Central Finance.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods: If the time period you are trying to use is incorrect, adjust it to ensure it falls within the allowed range. This may involve:
  
  Changing the posting date or period in your transaction.
  Modifying the configuration settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, review the configuration settings for Central Finance and the related financial processes. Ensure that the time periods are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and the specific error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 to manage posting periods or SPRO to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide updates and patches.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that financial postings are processed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.