How To Fix GU801 - Enter a from period

GU801 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Enter a from period

What causes this issue?

The entry of period 0 (zero) as the "from period" is not useful, since
this period gets changes by the balance carried forward program.

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?

Enter a different "from period".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU801 - Enter a from period ?

  The SAP error message GU801 ("Enter a from period") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a date range, but the "from" period (start date) has not been specified. This error is common in various SAP modules, especially in financial and controlling transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered a "from" period in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Incorrect Format: The date format may not be recognized by SAP, leading to the system not accepting the input.
  Field Configuration: The field for the "from" period may be mandatory, and if it is left blank, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the From Period: Go back to the selection screen of the transaction and ensure that you enter a valid "from" period. This is usually in the format of YYYYMM (e.g., 202301 for January 2023).
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the