How To Fix KQ491 - Select number greater than 0 for the number of periods in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Select number greater than 0 for the number of periods in the past

What causes this issue?

The system interprets your entry in the <LS>Period age</> field in
connection with the selected transfer strategy. If, for example, you
specified that the past standard cost estimate is to be used, the
system expects an entry in the
<LS>Period age</> field, specifying the period in the past in which
it should search for costing data.

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 KQ491 - Select number greater than 0 for the number of periods in the past ?

  The SAP error message KQ491, which states "Select number greater than 0 for the number of periods in the past," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where a user is trying to specify a number of periods for a time-based analysis, such as in a report or a transaction that requires historical data.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user inputs a value of zero or a negative number for the number of periods to look back in time. This is not valid because the system requires a positive integer to define how many periods (days, months, etc.) back the analysis should go.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the input for the number of periods is greater than zero. For example, if you are trying to analyze data for the last month, you should enter "1" for one month, "2" for two months, etc.
  
  
  Review Field Requirements: If you are unsure about the required input, refer to the documentation or help text associated with the field to understand the expected values.
  
  
  Adjust Report Parameters: If you are running a report or transaction, go back to the parameters screen and adjust the number of periods accordingly.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues or Support: If you are still having trouble, consult with colleagues who may have experience with the specific report or transaction, or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for more details on the report or transaction you are using.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code (like KSB1 for cost center reports), ensure you are familiar with its parameters.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider additional training on the reporting tools and parameters within SAP.
  
  By ensuring that the input for the number of periods is a positive integer, you should be able to resolve the KQ491 error and proceed with your analysis or reporting tasks.