How To Fix GLPL723 - Error while determining the periods for ledger &1 and fiscal year &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLPL - Message class planning FI-SL/GL

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Error while determining the periods for ledger &1 and fiscal year &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL723 - Error while determining the periods for ledger &1 and fiscal year &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLPL723 indicates that there is an issue with determining the periods for a specific ledger and fiscal year. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings or when trying to access financial data in the General Ledger (GL) module.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Periods: The fiscal year variant may not have the required periods defined for the specified ledger.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial accounting settings, such as the fiscal year variant not being properly assigned to the company code or ledger.
  Closed Periods: The period you are trying to access may be closed for posting, which can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Ledger Assignment: The ledger specified may not be correctly assigned to the company code or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GLPL723 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 to check the fiscal year variant settings.
  Ensure that the periods for the specified fiscal year are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Ledger Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the assignment of the fiscal year variant to the company code and ledger.
  Ensure that the ledger is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to check the status of the posting periods.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Logic:
  
  If you are using custom logic or programs to post transactions, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the ledger and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the GLPL723 error for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Maintain Fiscal Year Variants
  OBY6: Assign Fiscal Year Variant to Company Code
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial accounting configuration and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GLPL723 error in your SAP system.