How To Fix GA172 - To period too small for reversal of cumulative cycles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 172

• Message text: To period too small for reversal of cumulative cycles

What causes this issue?

You want to reverse one or more cumulative cycles in the period
interval &V2& to &V3&. At least one cycle has documents, however, and
therefore allocation records up to period &V1& that have not been
reversed!!

System Response

To avoid inconsistencies due to the cumulative processing method, a
reversal is not carried out. The reversal of cumulative cycles must
always contain the last period currently updated! For this purpose, the
system determines the highest, currently updated period from all
entered cycles and matches this period against the TO-period you
entered.

How to fix this error?

On the initial screen, change the TO-period to period &V1& or restrict
your selection to the cycles that have been updated to period &V2& the
latest.
&NOTE&
From the initial screen, you can branch to the overview transaction of
all updated cycles using the menu sequence 'Cycle -> Overview'. There
you can find information on, for example, until which period a certain
cycle is currently updated in your system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA172 - To period too small for reversal of cumulative cycles ?

  The SAP error message GA172 ("To period too small for reversal of cumulative cycles") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you attempt to reverse a cumulative depreciation or a cumulative cycle in a period that is not valid for such an operation. This error indicates that the period you are trying to use for the reversal is too early or does not meet the necessary conditions for the reversal to take place.
  Cause:
  
  Period Restrictions: The period you are trying to reverse the cumulative cycles into is closed or not open for posting. In SAP, certain periods are restricted for specific types of transactions, including reversals.
  Cumulative Depreciation: The cumulative depreciation or cycle you are trying to reverse may have been posted in a period that is earlier than the one you are attempting to reverse into.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that restrict reversals in certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify that the period you are trying to post the reversal into is open for posting. You can do this by checking the period status in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  Use Correct Period: If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily for the reversal or choose a later period that is open for posting.
  Review Cumulative Cycles: Ensure that the cumulative cycles you are trying to reverse are valid and that you are not trying to reverse them into a period that is not appropriate.
  Consult Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to asset accounting and period control to ensure that they align with your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and maintain posting periods.
  AS02: To change asset master data.
  AB08: To reverse an asset transaction.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting and period control for more detailed information on how to manage periods and reversals.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.