How To Fix K8704 - Enter a valid period between 1 and &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Enter a valid period between 1 and &

What causes this issue?

You have created a new record, or changed an existing one, in price
maintenance. In the fiscal year variant you specified that &V1& true
periods exist. Your entry exceeds this value.

System Response

Your entry for the period value is rejected by the system.

How to fix this error?

Enter a period between 1 and &V1& from which the price is valid.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8704 - Enter a valid period between 1 and & ?

  The SAP error message K8704, which states "Enter a valid period between 1 and &," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial (FI) modules when a user is trying to enter a period that is outside the acceptable range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Input: The user may have entered a period number that is either too high or too low. For example, if the system is configured to accept periods 1 to 12 (for months), entering a period like 0 or 13 would trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: The periods defined in the controlling area or fiscal year variant may not align with the input being provided.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error when entering the period number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Verify the period number you are trying to enter. Ensure it falls within the valid range specified by the error message (1 to the maximum period defined in your system).
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for your controlling area or fiscal year variant to confirm the valid periods.
  You can check this in the SAP menu under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the input was a mistake, simply re-enter the correct period number.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid periods, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP administrator for clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines how the fiscal year is structured, including the number of periods (months, quarters, etc.).
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit in SAP that allows for the management of costs and revenues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like OB29 (to define fiscal year variant) and OKKP (to manage controlling area settings).
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.