How To Fix KM105 - From-period & is greater than To-period &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 105

• Message text: From-period & is greater than To-period &.

What causes this issue?

You entered the periods incorrectly.

System Response

The data cannot be transferred.

How to fix this error?

Enter the periods again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM105 - From-period & is greater than To-period &. ?

  The SAP error message KM105 ("From-period & is greater than To-period &.") typically occurs in the context of controlling or financial reporting when the system detects that the specified "From-period" is later than the "To-period." This can happen in various transactions or reports where a date range is required.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered the "From-period" date as later than the "To-period" date. This can happen due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the date format.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the error may arise from incorrect configuration settings in the system that affect how periods are defined or interpreted.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently select the wrong periods from dropdowns or input fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered for the "From-period" and "To-period." Ensure that the "From-period" is earlier than or equal to the "To-period."
  Correct Date Format: Make sure that the dates are in the correct format as expected by the SAP system. Sometimes, regional settings can affect how dates are interpreted.
  Re-enter Data: If the values are correct but the error persists, try re-entering the data to ensure there are no hidden characters or formatting issues.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the periods you should be selecting, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with a colleague or supervisor who is familiar with the reporting requirements.
  System Configuration: If the issue seems to be related to system settings, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the periods are set up correctly in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial reporting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items), or others in the Controlling (CO) module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly input date ranges in SAP to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM105 error and proceed with your SAP transactions or reports.