How To Fix FKJO162 - Enter a valid period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKJO - Job Commander Messages

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Enter a valid period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKJO162 - Enter a valid period ?

  The SAP error message FKJO162 "Enter a valid period" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document postings, journal entries, or other financial activities that require a specific posting period to be entered.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Posting Period: The period you are trying to enter may not be open for posting. This can happen if the period is closed in the financial settings.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format you are using may not be recognized by the system.
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings may not align with the period you are trying to enter.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Verify if the period you are trying to enter is open for posting. If it is closed, you may need to open it or select a different period.
  
  
  
  Verify Date Format:
  
  Ensure that you are entering the date in the correct format as per your system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Configuration:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29. Ensure that the fiscal year and periods are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error message and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and modify posting periods.
  OB29: To check fiscal year variant settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FKJO162 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial modules.