How To Fix GP182 - The definition of open periods is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 182

• Message text: The definition of open periods is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You are trying to plan an interval of periods which contains closed
planning periods.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change your planning parameters or your open periods so that you can
can carry out planning to an interval of periods that does not contain
closed periods.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP182 - The definition of open periods is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GP182, which states "The definition of open periods is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger (G/L) or Financial Accounting (FI) modules. This error is related to the configuration of the fiscal year and the open periods for posting transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises when there is an attempt to define open periods in a way that is not allowed by the system configuration. This could be due to:
  
  Trying to open a period that is already closed.
  Attempting to set open periods for a fiscal year that has not been properly defined.
  Conflicts in the settings for different company codes or fiscal years.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the open periods.
  
  
  System Settings: The system may have restrictions based on the configuration settings in the controlling area or company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Open and Closed Periods).
  Verify the settings for the relevant company code and fiscal year. Ensure that the periods you are trying to open are correctly defined and that you are not trying to open a period that is already closed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code and that the periods are defined according to the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to change the open periods. If not, consult with your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to fiscal year settings and open periods for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be specific configurations or bugs that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To maintain open and closed periods.
  OB29: To define fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial accounting and controlling settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GP182 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.