How To Fix G0186 - Data monitor or period &1/&2 not opened for CG/CU &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Data monitor or period &1/&2 not opened for CG/CU &3

What causes this issue?

When executing tasks in update mode, the current period for &V3& must
be open.
Period &V1&/&V2& is not (yet) open for &V3&.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Open period &V1&/&V2& for &V3& in the data or consolidation monitor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0186 - Data monitor or period &1/&2 not opened for CG/CU &3 ?

  The SAP error message G0186 indicates that a data monitor or period is not opened for a specific controlling area (CG) or company code (CU). This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) modules when trying to access or process data that is not available for the specified period or controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Period Not Opened: The most common cause is that the financial period for the specified controlling area or company code has not been opened for posting. This can happen if the period is closed in the financial settings.
  Data Monitor Not Configured: The data monitor for the specified controlling area or company code may not be configured or activated.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the data monitor for the specified period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area or company code may not be correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Open the Period:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OB52 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the status of the periods.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to access is open for the relevant controlling area and company code.
  If it is closed, you may need to open it for the required transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Data Monitor Configuration:
  
  Verify that the data monitor is properly configured for the controlling area and company code.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under the controlling module.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data monitor for the specified period and controlling area.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute. This may provide additional insights into the configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB52 (for opening/closing periods), KAH1 (for controlling area settings), and KSB1 (for displaying cost center reports).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on controlling area settings and data monitor configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G0186 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.