How To Fix /PRA/COMMON103 - Reporting month must be less than or equal to current month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/COMMON -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Reporting month must be less than or equal to current month

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/COMMON103 - Reporting month must be less than or equal to current month ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/COMMON103 Reporting month must be less than or equal to current month typically occurs in the context of reporting or data entry where a user is trying to input a reporting month that is greater than the current month. This is a common validation check to ensure that reports are not generated for future periods.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Month Input: The user has entered a month that is in the future relative to the current date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be incorrectly set, leading to confusion about what the current month is.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error when entering the reporting month.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Reporting Month: Ensure that the reporting month you are trying to enter is less than or equal to the current month. For example, if the current month is October 2023, you should only enter months from January 2023 to October 2023.
  
  
  Verify System Date: Check the system date settings in SAP. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by a system administrator.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the month was entered incorrectly, simply re-enter the correct month that is valid according to the current date.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the reporting periods allowed, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's reporting guidelines.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training for users on how to correctly enter reporting periods.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the reporting module you are using, as they may have specific requirements for date entries.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to access the reporting functions in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.