How To Fix GG355 - Enter a period less than 16

GG355 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Enter a period less than 16

What causes this issue?

It is not recommended to enter a period greater than 16 since only a
maximum of 16 periods (for example, 12 periods and 4 special periods)
are supported in financial accounting.

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?

Enter a period less than 16.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GG355 - Details

• The SAP error message GG355 "Enter a period less than 16" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting, particularly when dealing with periods in the General Ledger (GL) or during the execution of certain financial processes. This error indicates that the period you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum allowed period, which is usually set to 16 periods in a fiscal year.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Exceeds Limit: The most common cause of this error is that the user is attempting to enter a period number that is greater than 16. This can happen if the fiscal year is set up to have a maximum of 16 periods (12 months plus 4 special periods).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict the number of periods that can be used for financial transactions.
  Incorrect Input: Users may inadvertently input an incorrect period number due to a misunderstanding of the