How To Fix KE515 - With &, from-period 000 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 515

• Message text: With &, from-period 000 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE515 - With &, from-period 000 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message KE515, which states "With &, from-period 000 is not supported," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a transaction that involves period-based data, such as a report or a posting in a controlling area. The error indicates that the specified period (in this case, "000") is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period: The error usually arises when the system is trying to access a period that does not exist or is not open for posting. Period "000" often refers to a non-existent or default period that is not defined in the fiscal year variant.
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be set up correctly, or the periods may not be defined properly in the configuration.
  Posting Periods: The posting periods for the controlling area may not be open for the specified time frame, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant in SAP (Transaction code: OB29).
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly defined and that the periods are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods for the controlling area (Transaction code: OB52).
  Ensure that the periods you are trying to access are open for posting. If necessary, open the required periods.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Verify the transaction or report you are trying to execute. Ensure that the parameters you are using (like the period) are valid and correspond to the defined periods in your fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try executing the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant Configuration)
  OB52 (Open/Close Posting Periods)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the periods and execute the transactions in the controlling module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE515 error and successfully execute your desired transactions in SAP.