How To Fix KX105 - Enter valid period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Enter valid period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX105 - Enter valid period ?

  The SAP error message KX105 "Enter valid period" typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when a user attempts to enter or process data for a period that is not valid or is outside the allowed range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Period: The period entered does not exist in the fiscal year defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The period being closed or not yet opened.
  The fiscal year not being set up correctly.
  The user trying to enter a period that is outside the defined fiscal year range.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the fiscal year variant may not align with the periods being used.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Period: Verify that the period you are trying to enter is valid. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Periods) to check the open and closed periods for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to enter is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Fiscal Year Configuration: If the fiscal year is not set up correctly, you may need to review the configuration in the transaction code OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variant) to ensure that the periods are correctly defined.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and maintain open and closed posting periods.
  OB29: To define fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter periods and understand the implications of posting in different periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX105 error and successfully enter the required data in SAP.