How To Fix GJ671 - Invalid Period Entered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 671

• Message text: Invalid Period Entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ671 - Invalid Period Entered. ?

  The SAP error message GJ671 "Invalid Period Entered" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with periods in the General Ledger or during the posting of documents. This error indicates that the period you are trying to use for a transaction is not valid for the current fiscal year or is closed.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Period: The period you are trying to post to has been closed in the system.
  Incorrect Period: The period entered does not exist in the fiscal calendar.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may not align with the period you are trying to use.
  Posting Date: The posting date may fall outside the allowed range of periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that prevent the use of certain periods.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the period you are trying to post to is open. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Periods) and checking the status of the periods for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: Ensure that the posting date of your transaction falls within an open period. If necessary, change the posting date to a valid period.
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29 to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the company code.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the validity of the period or fiscal year settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to confirm the correct periods for posting.
  
  
  Transaction Code for Posting: Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for the type of posting you are trying to perform, as some transactions may have specific period requirements.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting period validation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Maintain periods for posting.
  OB29: Maintain fiscal year variant.
  FB50: General Ledger account posting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial posting and period management for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GJ671 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.