How To Fix FKKRD039 - Enter a predecesor for period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKRD - Messages for Revenue Distribution

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Enter a predecesor 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 FKKRD039 - Enter a predecesor for period &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKRD039, which states "Enter a predecessor for period &1," typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an issue with the period settings in the system. This error indicates that the system requires a predecessor period to be defined for the specified period, which is necessary for processing transactions correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Predecessor Period: The error usually arises when there is no predecessor period defined for the specified period in the configuration settings. This can happen if the periods are not set up correctly in the system.
  Period Closure: If the period in question has been closed or is not open for posting, the system may not find a valid predecessor.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the fiscal year variant or the period control settings in the FI-CA module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Periods) and check if the period in question is open for posting. Ensure that the predecessor period is also open.
  Verify that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured and that the periods are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Define Predecessor Period:
  
  If the predecessor period is missing, you may need to define it in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Period Control.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the fiscal year variant and ensure that all periods are correctly defined. You can access this through the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to the FI-CA module for any specific instructions or additional settings that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB52 (Maintain Periods), OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant).
  Modules Involved: FI-CA (Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKRD039 error and ensure that the predecessor periods are correctly defined in your SAP system.