How To Fix KE507 - Special period $ is not valid -> Check entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Special period $ is not valid -> Check entry

What causes this issue?

Special period &V1& is not valid.

No special period was defined for the fiscal year variant.
ELSE
The value must be greater than &V2& (number of posting periods) and
smaller or equal to &V3&. If you require a posting period, you should
not make an entry for the special period.
ENDIF

How to fix this error?

If you do not enter the special period, the system will derive the
posting period from the posting date. Alternatively, you can enter a
valid special period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE507 - Special period $ is not valid -> Check entry ?

  The SAP error message KE507 ("Special period $ is not valid -> Check entry") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post or process data in a special period that is not recognized or is invalid. This can happen during various activities such as posting costs, running reports, or executing allocations.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Special Period: The special period you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be open for posting.
  Configuration Issues: The controlling area may not be configured correctly to allow postings in the specified special period.
  Period Status: The special period might be closed or not available for the current fiscal year.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a typographical error in the special period entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Fiscal Year Variant.
  Ensure that the special periods are defined correctly for the fiscal year variant assigned to your controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Period Status:
  
  Check the status of the special period in the system. You can do this by using Transaction Code: OB52.
  Ensure that the special period you are trying to use is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Correct the Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry you are making for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct special period number (usually 1-4 for special periods).
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to check or change the configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP configuration in your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, try to perform the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Periods: In SAP, special periods are used for additional postings outside the regular monthly periods, typically for year-end closing activities.
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines how the fiscal year is structured, including the number of periods and special periods.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for period control) and SPRO (for configuration).
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.