How To Fix J2060 - Period YYYYMMM in statistcal key fig. & YYYY outside allowed range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Period YYYYMMM in statistcal key fig. & YYYY outside allowed range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2060 - Period YYYYMMM in statistcal key fig. & YYYY outside allowed range ?

  The SAP error message J2060 indicates that there is an issue with the statistical key figure (SKF) for a specific period in your SAP system. The error message typically means that the period you are trying to use (YYYYMMM) is outside the allowed range for the statistical key figure you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Period Not Open: The period you are trying to post to may not be open for posting in the controlling area or the fiscal year variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The statistical key figure may not be configured to allow postings for the specified period.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the period format or the values being entered.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may not align with the period you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the status of the periods for your controlling area. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it for posting or adjust your entries to a valid period.
  
  
  
  Review Statistical Key Figure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the statistical key figure in the controlling area. Ensure that it is set up to allow postings for the required periods.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP menu.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your controlling area is correct and that it allows for the periods you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering for any typos or incorrect formats. Ensure that the period is specified correctly in the format YYYYMMM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the settings, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and manage the open and closed periods.
  KSV1/KSV2: To manage statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to statistical key figures and period handling.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified periods and statistical key figures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the J2060 error and successfully post your statistical key figures in SAP.