How To Fix FKKRD037 - Enter a successor for period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKRD - Messages for Revenue Distribution

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Enter a successor for period &1

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?

INCLUDE FICA_NA_F5 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKRD037 - Enter a successor for period &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKRD037 ("Enter a successor for period &1") typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an issue with the billing or payment processing for a specific period. This error indicates that the system expects a successor period to be defined for the specified period, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Successor Period: The most common cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a successor period for the specified period. This can happen if the configuration for the billing periods is incomplete or if the successor period has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the FI-CA module, particularly related to the billing or payment processing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the successor period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Successor Period:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the settings for the billing periods. Ensure that a successor period is defined for the specified period.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and checking the settings under "Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable."
  
  
  
  Check Period Settings:
  
  Verify the period settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly defined. This includes checking the fiscal year variant and the periods defined within it.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the contract accounts to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to set up billing periods and successors in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (to maintain posting periods) or FQEVENT (to check event processing) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKRD037 error and ensure that the necessary successor periods are correctly defined in your SAP system.