How To Fix KE321 - No date set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 321

• Message text: No date set

What causes this issue?

No date has been set in the transferred field.
date fields transferred:
PERIO (period/year): &V1&
BUDAT (posting date): &V3&
GJAHR (fiscal year): &V2&
PERDE (period): &V4&

System Response

Record was stored in the error file.

How to fix this error?

Enter either "PERIO" or "BUDAT" or a combination of "GJAHR/PERDE".

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE321 - No date set ?

  The SAP error message KE321 "No date set" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a date parameter, but no date has been specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when running reports related to cost centers, internal orders, or profitability analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Input: The most common cause is that the user did not enter a date in the required field.
  Default Date Not Set: In some cases, the system may not have a default date configured, leading to this error when a date is required.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the specific report being run.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Date: Ensure that you enter a valid date in the date field when prompted. This could be a start date, end date, or any other date parameter required by the transaction or report.
  Check Default Settings: If applicable, check the user profile settings or the transaction settings to ensure that default dates are set correctly.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report to understand the required fields and parameters.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to controlling, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), or others.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to access the required data and execute the transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE321 error and successfully execute the desired transaction or report in SAP.