How To Fix GP617 - The target and reference period intervals must be the same

GP617 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 617

• Message text: The target and reference period intervals must be the same

What causes this issue?

You have selected different period intervals for the target and
reference version.

System Response

The number of reference periods must be the same as the number of
target periods.

How can this happen?

You cannot copy the planned values of one period to several periods.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry by entering the same number of periods for the
reference and target version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP617 - The target and reference period intervals must be the same ?

  The SAP error message GP617, which states "The target and reference period intervals must be the same," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when working with time evaluation in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the time intervals being compared or processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Periods: The error usually arises when the target period (the period you are trying to process) and the reference period (the period you are comparing against) do not match in terms of duration or time frame.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll or time evaluation that are not aligned, leading to discrepancies in the expected periods.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the payroll or time management infotypes can lead to this error, especially if the periods are not set correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Settings: Verify that the target and reference periods are set correctly in