How To Fix KG453 - The from-period and the to-period must both be posting or special periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 453

• Message text: The from-period and the to-period must both be posting or special periods

What causes this issue?

Posting periods and special periods cannot be processed together.

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?

Enter as interval limits either posting periods or special periods, not
a mixture of both.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG453 - The from-period and the to-period must both be posting or special periods ?

  The SAP error message KG453 indicates that there is an issue with the periods specified in a transaction related to controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI). Specifically, the error states that both the "from-period" and the "to-period" must be either posting periods or special periods. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a range of periods, but the periods you have selected do not meet the criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The periods you have selected for the transaction may include a mix of posting periods and special periods. For example, if you are trying to execute a report or a posting that spans from a posting period to a special period, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling or financial accounting modules that are not aligned with the periods you are trying to use.
  Period Status: The periods you are trying to use may not be open for posting or may be closed for the transaction type you are attempting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Selection: Ensure that both the "from-period" and "to-period" you are selecting are either both posting periods or both special periods. You can do this by reviewing the period settings in the relevant transaction.
  Review Period Status: Check the status of the periods in the period control settings. Make sure that the periods you are trying to use are open for posting.
  Use Correct Transaction: If you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a specific type of period, ensure you are using the correct transaction code that aligns with your period selection.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for posting and special periods are correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to controlling and financial accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items), or during month-end closing activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on period control and how to manage posting and special periods effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG453 error and successfully complete your transaction in SAP.