How To Fix KPT3033 - The settings for special periods were reset

KPT3033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPT3 - Messages for Plan->Plan or Actual->Plan

• Message number: 033

• Message text: The settings for special periods were reset

What causes this issue?

It is only possible to include the special periods if you select all
the periods of the fiscal year in the template.

System Response

The system has deactivated the inclusion of the speical periods.

How to fix this error?

If you want to copy the values from the special periods also, select
periods 1 to &V1& in the template and then activate the special period
indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPT3033 - The settings for special periods were reset ?

  The SAP error message KPT3033, which states "The settings for special periods were reset," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when there are issues with the configuration of special periods in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions or running reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The error often indicates that the settings for special periods in the controlling area or company code have been modified or reset. This can happen due to changes made by users with configuration access or during system upgrades.
  Missing Configuration: If the special periods are not properly defined in the system, it can lead to this error. This includes not having the correct settings for the fiscal year variant or the special periods themselves.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the special periods, leading to this error message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
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