How To Fix G0626 - Consolidation frequencies without a period definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 626

• Message text: Consolidation frequencies without a period definition

What causes this issue?

Consolidation periods must be defined for each consolidation frequency.
This is not the case with the following frequencies:
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System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define the consolidation periods for the frequencies listed above.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0626 - Consolidation frequencies without a period definition ?

  The SAP error message G0626, which states "Consolidation frequencies without a period definition," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there are consolidation frequencies defined in the system that do not have an associated period definition, which is necessary for the consolidation process to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Period Definitions: The consolidation frequency is set up in the system, but the corresponding period definitions (e.g., monthly, quarterly, yearly) are not defined or are incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the consolidation settings, leading to inconsistencies between the defined frequencies and the periods.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry during the setup of consolidation frequencies or periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Consolidation Frequency Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP for consolidation (usually found in the Financial Consolidation module).
  Verify that all consolidation frequencies have corresponding period definitions. If any are missing, create or update the necessary period definitions.
  
  
  
  Define Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction or configuration area where you can define periods for consolidation.
  Ensure that all required periods are defined for each consolidation frequency.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the overall configuration for the consolidation process to ensure that all settings are correctly aligned.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing links between the consolidation frequencies and their respective periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run of the consolidation process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the consolidation can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up consolidation frequencies and periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for fiscal year variant) or other related codes for managing consolidation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to the consolidation settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing period definitions and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the G0626 error and proceed with your consolidation activities.