How To Fix FKKRD029 - Period key & is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKRD - Messages for Revenue Distribution

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Period key & is not defined in Customizing

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKRD029 - Period key & is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message FKKRD029 indicates that a specific period key is not defined in the system's customizing settings. This error typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when trying to process transactions that require a specific period key that has not been configured.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined period key in the customizing settings for the relevant application area. This can happen due to:
  
  The period key not being created in the system.
  The period key being incorrectly configured or deleted.
  The transaction being executed is not aligned with the defined period keys.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to define the missing period key in the customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and select SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Find the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Settings > Define Period Keys.
  
  
  
  Define the Period Key:
  
  In the "Define Period Keys" section, check if the required period key is listed.
  If it is not present, you can create a new entry by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Enter the necessary details for the period key, including the key itself and any relevant descriptions.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After defining the period key, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Period Keys are used in various financial processes to categorize and manage transactions based on specific time frames.
  Ensure that the period key aligns with your business processes and reporting requirements.
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, consult with your SAP functional consultant or refer to SAP documentation for guidance on period key definitions.
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  If the error persists after defining the period key, check for any additional customizing settings that may be affecting the transaction.
  Review user authorizations to ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary permissions to access the defined period keys.
  Consider checking the SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKRD029 error and continue with your financial transactions in SAP.