How To Fix GLE_MCA266 - Time restriction not permitted if more than one creation date is chosen

GLE_MCA266 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Time restriction not permitted if more than one creation date is chosen

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA266 - Time restriction not permitted if more than one creation date is chosen ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA266, which states "Time restriction not permitted if more than one creation date is chosen," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or data extraction processes where multiple creation dates are involved. This error indicates that the system does not allow the application of a time restriction (such as a date range) when multiple creation dates are selected for the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user is attempting to filter or restrict data based on time (e.g., a specific date range) while also selecting multiple creation dates. SAP requires a single creation date to apply a time restriction effectively. When multiple creation dates are selected, the system cannot determine which date to use for the time restriction, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using