How To Fix GK504 - None of the period categories includes period &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 504

• Message text: None of the period categories includes period &

What causes this issue?

None of the <DS:GLOS.period_category>period categories</> has period
&v1&.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, create a period category that includes the period &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK504 - None of the period categories includes period & ?

  The SAP error message GK504 ("None of the period categories includes period &") typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a specific period category, but the specified period does not fall within any of the defined period categories in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Period Category Configuration: The period you are trying to access is not included in any of the defined period categories in the system. This can happen if the period is not open for posting or if the period category settings do not cover the specified period.
  Incorrect Period Input: The user may have entered an incorrect period or fiscal year that does not match the defined periods in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Categories:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for period categories in SAP (Transaction code: OB52).
  Verify that the period you are trying to access is included in the relevant period category.
  If necessary, adjust the period category settings to include the required period.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly configured and that the periods are open for posting.
  Check the settings in the transaction code OAVC (for controlling) or OBA7 (for financial accounting) to ensure that the fiscal year and periods are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified period. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Period Input:
  
  Double-check the period and fiscal year you are entering in the transaction. Make sure they are valid and correspond to the periods defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB52 (for period control), OBA7 (for fiscal year variant), OAVC (for controlling).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GK504 error and successfully access the required periods in SAP.