How To Fix LR097 - Data has already been entered for the current period

LR097 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Data has already been entered for the current period

What causes this issue?

The copy function can only be used if no data has been recorded in the
current period.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR097 - Data has already been entered for the current period ?

  The SAP error message LR097, which states "Data has already been entered for the current period," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or data entry in SAP, particularly in modules like Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI). This error indicates that the system has detected that data for the specified period has already been posted, and therefore, it prevents further entries to maintain data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there has already been a transaction or entry made for the same period, and SAP does not allow multiple entries to avoid inconsistencies.
  Period Locking: The period may be locked for posting in the configuration settings, which prevents any further entries.
  Posting Period Configuration: The posting period may be set to a status that does not allow new entries (e.g., closed or locked).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to post in the current period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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