How To Fix FKKMETRIC006 - The period end date &1 has to be the last day of a month.


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FKKMETRIC -

  • Message number: 006

  • Message text: The period end date &1 has to be the last day of a month.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKMETRIC006 - The period end date &1 has to be the last day of a month. ?

    The SAP error message FKKMETRIC006 indicates that the period end date you are trying to enter is not the last day of a month. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) or in the context of billing and invoicing.

    Cause:

    The error arises when:

    • You are attempting to process a transaction (like posting a billing document or closing a period) with a period end date that does not correspond to the last day of a month.
    • The system has specific requirements for certain processes that necessitate the period end date to be the last day of the month.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you should:

    1. Check the Period End Date: Ensure that the date you are entering as the period end date is indeed the last day of the month. For example, for January, it should be January 31; for February, it should be February 28 or 29 in a leap year, and so on.

    2. Adjust the Date: If the date you entered is not the last day of the month, change it to the correct date.

    3. Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently or in unexpected scenarios, review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to period closing and billing. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.

    4. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further details on the specific transaction you are working with, as there may be additional requirements or configurations that need to be addressed.

    5. Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that may be related to billing and period closing, such as FKK_ORDER, FKKINV, or others depending on your specific use case.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
    • User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.

    By ensuring that the period end date is set correctly, you should be able to avoid this error and proceed with your transaction successfully.

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