How To Fix KS023 - New analysis period must not exceed maximum period limit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 023

• Message text: New analysis period must not exceed maximum period limit

What causes this issue?

You selected an analysis period extending beyond the period for which
the object was defined. This is not allowed in the change or display
functions.

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?

Use an analysis period within the period for which the object has been
defined.
You can derive this period from the suggested "From/To" values in this
screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS023 - New analysis period must not exceed maximum period limit ?

  The SAP error message KS023, which states "New analysis period must not exceed maximum period limit," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a planning version or when you are working with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the period you are trying to set for analysis exceeds the maximum period that has been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Period Limit Configuration: The maximum period limit for planning or analysis has been set in the system configuration, and the period you are trying to use exceeds this limit.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may restrict the periods available for planning or analysis.
  Planning Version Settings: The planning version you are using may have specific settings that limit the periods available for analysis.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS023 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Maximum Period Limit:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for controlling (transaction code OKKP) and check the maximum period limit set for your controlling area.
  If necessary, adjust the maximum period limit to include the period you are trying to analyze.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant settings (transaction code OB29) to ensure that the periods you are trying to access are valid and within the defined fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Version:
  
  If you are using a specific planning version, check its settings (transaction code KSV0) to ensure that it allows for the periods you need.
  You may need to create a new planning version or modify the existing one to accommodate the required periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure periods and planning versions in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKKP (Controlling Area Settings), OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant), and KSV0 (Planning Version).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the controlling area settings or planning versions.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes, test the configuration in a development or test environment before applying it to production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS023 error and successfully set the desired analysis period.