How To Fix KQ117 - Invalid cutoff period: Only periods 001 to & allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Invalid cutoff period: Only periods 001 to & allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ117 - Invalid cutoff period: Only periods 001 to & allowed ?

  The SAP error message KQ117 "Invalid cutoff period: Only periods 001 to & allowed" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when trying to post or process transactions in a period that is not valid for the current fiscal year. This error indicates that the system is configured to only allow postings in specific periods, usually the first period (001) to the current period of the fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use is outside the allowed range. For example, if you are trying to post in period 002 when the system is only allowing postings in period 001.
  Period Locking: The periods may be locked for posting in the configuration settings, preventing any transactions from being recorded in those periods.
  Fiscal Year Variant Settings: The fiscal year variant may not be set up correctly, or the periods may not be defined as expected.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to post may have specific restrictions on the periods allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify the posting period you are trying to use. Ensure it is within the allowed range (001 to the current period).
  Unlock Periods: If you need to post in a period that is currently locked, you may need to unlock that period in the configuration settings. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Adjusting the settings to allow postings in the required periods.
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings to ensure that the periods are defined correctly. You can do this by:
  
  Going to transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant).
  Ensuring that the periods are set up as expected.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing period settings, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Use Correct Transaction Type: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction type that aligns with the allowed posting periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting periods and fiscal year settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on controlling and financial accounting for more details on period management and posting rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ117 error and successfully post your transactions in SAP.