How To Fix FOT_B2A415 - Delimited period does not begin on first day of quarter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_B2A - Messages Administration Report Electronic Data Transmission

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Delimited period does not begin on first day of quarter

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the update of data for the electronic return for tax on
sales/purchases. In this case, the delimited period must match the
legally required settlement period exactly.
Company code &V1& settles according to calendar quarters.

System Response

The system cannot execute the taxes on sales/purchases settlement within
electronic communication with authorities.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_B2A415 - Delimited period does not begin on first day of quarter ?

  The SAP error message FOT_B2A415 indicates that a delimited period does not begin on the first day of a quarter. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or data extraction processes where specific date ranges are expected to align with quarterly periods.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a date range specified in a financial transaction or report does not start on the first day of a quarter. For example, if the quarter starts on January 1, April 1, July 1, or October 1, and the date range begins on any other day, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that the date range you are using for your transaction or report starts on the first day of the relevant quarter. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Date Range: Review the date range you have specified in your transaction or report. Make sure that the start date is the first day of the quarter.
  
  
  Adjust the Dates: If the start date is not the first day of the quarter, adjust it accordingly. For example:
  
  For Q1, the start date should be January 1.
  For Q2, the start date should be April 1.
  For Q3, the start date should be July 1.
  For Q4, the start date should be October 1.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction/Report: After making the necessary adjustments to the date range, re-run the transaction or report to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Quarterly Periods: Understanding the fiscal calendar and how quarters are defined in your organization is crucial. Ensure that you are aware of any specific fiscal year definitions that may differ from the calendar year.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling date-related errors and best practices for financial reporting.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the error seems to be occurring under normal circumstances, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that your date ranges align with the expected quarterly periods, you should be able to resolve the FOT_B2A415 error effectively.