How To Fix H1073 - & does not exist in the period specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 073

• Message text: & does not exist in the period specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1073 - & does not exist in the period specified ?

  The SAP error message H1073 typically indicates that a certain object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) does not exist in the specified period. This error often arises in the context of financial transactions, such as posting costs or revenues to a specific period in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Created: The object (e.g., cost center, internal order) may not have been created for the specified period.
  Period Closure: The financial period may have been closed, preventing any postings to that period.
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the transaction may be incorrect or outside the valid range for the object.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the object may not be set up correctly, or it may not be valid for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object (cost center, internal order, etc.) exists in the system and is valid for the specified period.
  
  Use transaction codes like KS03 (for cost centers) or KO03 (for internal orders) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Review Period Status: Check if the financial period is open for posting.
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to review and adjust the posting periods if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: If the object is valid but the period is closed, consider adjusting the posting date to a valid open period.
  
  
  Master Data Review: Ensure that the master data for the object is correctly configured and valid for the period in question.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking master data and posting periods.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant objects and periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the H1073 error and implement a solution to resolve it.