How To Fix GLE_MCA322 - Specify special periods only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 322

• Message text: Specify special periods only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA322 - Specify special periods only ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA322, which states "Specify special periods only," typically occurs in the context of financial closing processes, particularly when dealing with special periods in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects you to specify special periods for certain financial transactions or postings, but it seems that the required information has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Period Specification: The error usually arises when a user attempts to post a transaction in a regular period while the system is configured to only allow postings in special periods.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the financial accounting module may be configured to restrict postings to special periods only, which can lead to this error if the user does not specify the special periods correctly.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may require special period postings, and if the user does not comply with this requirement, the error will be triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Special Periods: When