How To Fix GA805 - The first period is already displayed

GA805 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 805

• Message text: The first period is already displayed

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function "Previous period". However, the first
period is already displayed.

System Response

THe display remains on the first period.

How to fix this error?

Use the function "Next period" to display additional periods.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA805 - The first period is already displayed ?

  The SAP error message GA805 ("The first period is already displayed") typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when a user attempts to perform an action that is not allowed because the first period of the fiscal year has already been displayed or processed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post transactions or access reports for a period that has already been closed or finalized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Already Opened: The error usually indicates that the first period of the fiscal year has already been opened and displayed in the system, and the user is trying to perform an action that is restricted for that period.
  Posting Period Control: The posting period settings in the configuration may restrict certain actions after the first period has been displayed.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the specified period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting