How To Fix IDCFM_US_FAMA_MSG101 - Time period &1 for settlement type &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCFM_US_FAMA_MSG - Treasury US Localization

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Time period &1 for settlement type &2 is not valid

What causes this issue?

The format of the <ZK>Minimum/Maximum Time Period</> values <ZH>&V1&</>
you entered for settlement type <ZH>&V2& </>is not valid.

System Response

The system does not save the data.

How to fix this error?

Enter the values in a shortened format in the <ZK>Minimum Time Period</>
and <ZK>Maximum Time Period</> fields in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.IDCFM_USTB_VSETY>Define Settlement Types for TBA</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCFM_US_FAMA_MSG101 - Time period &1 for settlement type &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message IDCFM_US_FAMA_MSG101 indicates that there is an issue with the time period specified for a particular settlement type in the context of asset accounting or financial management. This error typically arises when the time period being referenced does not align with the valid periods defined in the system for the specified settlement type.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Time Period: The time period you are trying to use for the settlement type is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  The period being closed or not open for posting.
  The period not being defined for the specific settlement type.
  The fiscal year or period settings not being configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings or the financial management module that prevent the system from recognizing the time period as valid.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a simple data entry error where the wrong period or settlement type is being referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Time Period: Verify that the time period you are trying to use is indeed open for posting. You can do this by checking the period status in the financial accounting module.
  
  
  Review Settlement Type Configuration: Ensure that the settlement type you are using is correctly configured and that the time period is valid for that settlement type. This can be done in the configuration settings of the asset accounting module.
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Settings: If the fiscal year settings are incorrect, you may need to adjust them to ensure that the time period aligns with the fiscal year defined in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the settlement types and their valid periods.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OAA3 (for asset accounting configuration) or OB52 (to check and manage posting periods) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the settings related to asset accounting and financial management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.