How To Fix KV801 - Period & is a special period

KV801 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Period & is a special period

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to calculate variances in a
<DS:GLOS.special_period>special period</>.

System Response

Costs that are posted in a special period are taken into account the
next time the variances are calculated.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry. Enter a valid period if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV801 - Period & is a special period ?

  The SAP error message KV801 indicates that a specific period is being treated as a special period, which typically occurs in the context of financial postings or reporting. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with financial transactions, closing periods, or special periods in the fiscal year.
  Cause of KV801 Error
  
  
  Special Period Configuration: The error usually occurs when a user attempts to post to a period that is defined as a special period in the system. Special periods are typically used for year-end closing activities or adjustments and may have specific restrictions on postings.
  
  
  Period Status: The period in question may be closed or not open for posting. This can happen if the fiscal year has been closed or if the special period is not configured to allow postings.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period, especially if it is a