How To Fix LC206 - Period to analyze extends into the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LC - Logistics Controlling

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Period to analyze extends into the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LC206 - Period to analyze extends into the future ?

  The SAP error message LC206: Period to analyze extends into the future typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management when you are trying to analyze data for a period that includes future dates. This can happen in various transactions or reports where the system expects the analysis period to be limited to past or current dates only.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the date range specified for the analysis includes dates that are beyond the current date. For example, if you are trying to run a report or transaction for a period that includes future months or years, SAP will trigger this error to prevent analysis on non-existent data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should adjust the date range in your analysis or report to ensure that it only includes past or current dates. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Date Range: Review the