How To Fix KA258 - Periods do not match the chosen interval &.& to &.&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Periods do not match the chosen interval &.& to &.&

What causes this issue?

You have selected a reporting period between &V1&.&V2& and &V3&.&V4&.
You can only maintain surcharges for this interval.

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?

Correct your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA258 - Periods do not match the chosen interval &.& to &.& ?

  The SAP error message KA258 ("Periods do not match the chosen interval &.& to &.&") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when there is a mismatch in the periods being analyzed or processed. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of reports, planning, or posting transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Period Mismatch: The error indicates that the periods specified in the selection criteria do not align with the periods defined in the system for the chosen interval. This could happen if:
  
  The start and end periods are not valid for the fiscal year.
  The periods are closed or not open for posting.
  The fiscal year variant settings do not match the selected periods.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified in the report or transaction may not correspond to the fiscal periods defined in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or fiscal year variant that lead to this mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Settings:
  
  Verify the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration (transaction code OB29).
  Ensure that the periods you are trying to access are open for posting. You can check this in transaction code OB52, where you can see the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Range:
  
  Review the date range you are using in your report or transaction. Make sure that the start and end dates fall within the valid periods of the fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If there are configuration issues, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the fiscal year variant and controlling area settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Periods:
  
  If you are running a report or transaction that requires specific periods, ensure that you are selecting valid periods that match the fiscal calendar.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant)
  OB52 (Open and Closed Posting Periods)
  KA03 (Display Cost Center)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the periods and perform the required actions.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.