How To Fix GK284 - Period is already closed: Data cannot be validated

GK284 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Period is already closed: Data cannot be validated

What causes this issue?

You want to run validation for consolidation groups/units. However, the
period is already closed for all the organizational units involved.

System Response

Validation terminated

How to fix this error?

Use a different period, or open the period for the organizational units
whose data you want to validate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK284 - Period is already closed: Data cannot be validated ?

  The SAP error message GK284 ("Period is already closed: Data cannot be validated") typically occurs when you attempt to post or validate data in a financial period that has already been closed. This is a common issue in financial modules where periods are defined for accounting entries, and once a period is closed, no further postings or validations can be made for that period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The primary cause of this error is that the financial period you are trying to post to has been closed in the system. This is often done at the end of a fiscal year or month to prevent any changes to financial data.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may be configured to restrict postings to closed periods, which is a standard practice in financial management to ensure data integrity.
  Incorrect Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction may fall within a closed period, leading to this