How To Fix GJ903 - Valid Periods from & & to & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 903

• Message text: Valid Periods from & & to & &.

What causes this issue?

You tried to post to a closed period. In the company code configuration
table (T8JZ) you can maintain the valid periods.
The system allows you to post to a closed period only in two cases:
1) You use a document type which is only allowed for batch input.
2) Your document contains only non-billable costs.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ903 - Valid Periods from & & to & &. ?

  The SAP error message GJ903, which states "Valid Periods from & & to & &," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the validity periods of certain data entries, such as master data or transaction data. This error is often encountered in modules related to project systems, asset accounting, or other areas where time-based data is critical.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The error usually indicates that the date range specified for a transaction or master data entry is not valid. This could mean that the start date is after the end date, or the dates fall outside of the allowed periods defined in the system.
  Period Locking: The periods may be locked for posting due to configuration settings in the system, such as fiscal year settings or period closing procedures.
  Missing Validity Periods: The data being processed may not have a defined validity period, or the defined periods do not cover the dates being used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates entered in the transaction or master data. Ensure that the start date is before the end date and that both dates are within the valid range defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., fiscal year variant, period control) to ensure that the periods are set up correctly and that the dates fall within the allowed posting periods.
  Unlock Periods: If the periods are locked, you may need to unlock them or adjust the settings to allow postings for the required dates. This typically requires authorization and should be done with caution.
  Update Validity Periods: If the data does not have a defined validity period, you may need to create or update the validity periods in the relevant master data records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (to change the posting periods) or OAAQ (to manage asset master data) depending on the context of the error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific modules to understand how validity periods are managed and configured.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GJ903 error and implement a solution to resolve it.