How To Fix GI173 - Error in period determination (Ld &, CoID &, FY var. &)

GI173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Error in period determination (Ld &, CoID &, FY var. &)

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine a posting period with this posting date.

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?

Check the posting period definition (T009A/T009B).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GI173 - Details

• The SAP error message GI173, which states "Error in period determination (Ld &, CoID &, FY var. &)," typically occurs during the posting of transactions in SAP, particularly in the context of logistics and financial accounting. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the correct posting period for the transaction based on the provided parameters.
  Causes of GI173 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Period Settings: The fiscal year variant or the posting period settings may not be correctly configured in the system. This can happen if the periods are closed or if the fiscal year variant does not match the company code.
  
  
  Posting Periods Not Open: The posting period for the transaction date may not be open. If the period is closed for posting, the system will not allow the transaction to be posted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area, fiscal year variant, or the company code