How To Fix KG105 - Period type indicator "&1" is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Period type indicator "&1" is invalid

What causes this issue?

Fiscal year variant "&V1&" is not valid for distribution key "&V2&" for
the field "&V3&".

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG105 - Period type indicator "&1" is invalid ?

  The SAP error message KG105, which states "Period type indicator '&1' is invalid," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) modules when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized period type indicator during a transaction or report execution.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Type: The period type indicator specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, an incorrect configuration, or the period type not being defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The period type may not have been set up in the controlling area or may not be assigned to the relevant fiscal year variant.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing the period type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Period Type: Verify the period type indicator being used. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and corresponds to a valid period type defined in the system.
  Configuration Check:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for controlling (e.g., "Controlling" -> "General Controlling" -> "Master Data" -> "Period Types").
  Check if the period type is defined and active for the controlling area you are working with.
  
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your controlling area includes the period type in question. You can check this in the configuration settings under "Financial Accounting" -> "Financial Accounting Global Settings" -> "Fiscal Year" -> "Define Fiscal Year Variants."
  Data Consistency: If the issue persists, check for any inconsistencies in the data or configuration. You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further analysis.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific period types and their usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, KOB1 for displaying CO document line items, or KSB1 for displaying cost center reports to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration settings and make changes if required.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for more in-depth troubleshooting.