How To Fix PG258 - Record cannot be moved entirely outside of the period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Record cannot be moved entirely outside of the period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG258 - Record cannot be moved entirely outside of the period ?

  The SAP error message PG258, which states "Record cannot be moved entirely outside of the period," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or adjustments in SAP, particularly when dealing with periods in financial accounting or controlling modules. This error indicates that an attempt is being made to move a record (such as a journal entry or a cost allocation) to a period that is not valid or is closed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Periods: The most common cause of this error is that the period you are trying to move the record to is closed. In SAP, financial periods are often closed to prevent further postings, and any attempt to move records to these periods will trigger this error.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified for the movement may not align with the open periods in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict movements to