How To Fix MAHD001 - Period indicator &1 is not allowed

MAHD001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAHD - Messages for Alternative Historical Data

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Period indicator &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The
<DS:GLOS.3526C46EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>period indicator</> entered
is not valid.

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?

Use a valid period indicator. T, W, M and P are valid period
indicators.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAHD001 - Period indicator &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MAHD001, which states "Period indicator &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the period indicator used in a transaction or report. The period indicator is a key component in various SAP processes, as it defines the time frame for which data is being processed or reported.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Indicator: The period indicator specified in the transaction is not valid for the current configuration or settings in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The period indicator may not be defined in the customizing settings for the relevant module (e.g., MM, PP).
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect selection made by the user when entering the period indicator.
  Period Status: The period for which the indicator is being used may be closed or not open for posting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing settings