How To Fix KU201 - Enter either a date interval or a period interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Enter either a date interval or a period interval

What causes this issue?

The period of time in which objects are selected for summarization is
either defined using a date interval or a period interval.

How to fix this error?

Delete one of your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU201 - Enter either a date interval or a period interval ?

  The SAP error message KU201 ("Enter either a date interval or a period interval") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a date or period range, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You have not entered any date or period interval in the selection screen of the transaction.
  The system expects at least one of these intervals to process the request, and since neither is provided, it cannot proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  Check the Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Enter a Date Interval: Provide a start date and an end date in the date fields.
  
  Example: From 01.01.2023 to 31.12.2023.
  
  
  Or Enter a Period Interval: If you prefer to use periods, specify the period range (e.g., from period 1 to period 12).
  Execute Again: After entering the required information, try executing the transaction or report again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to controlling, such as reports for cost centers, internal orders, or profitability analysis.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified date or period.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific reports or transactions to understand the required input fields better.
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you suspect it might be a bug, check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific transaction or report.
  
  By ensuring that you provide the necessary date or period intervals, you should be able to resolve the KU201 error and proceed with your work in SAP.