How To Fix PSSC_HELPER001 - The date period is invalid for the header of &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_HELPER - Message cl

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The date period is invalid for the header of &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_HELPER001 - The date period is invalid for the header of &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_HELPER001 indicates that there is an issue with the date period specified for a particular document or transaction in the system. The message typically appears when the date range provided does not align with the expected or valid date range for the header of the specified document type (indicated by &1 and &2).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The start date is after the end date, or the dates fall outside the permissible range defined in the system.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific date restrictions based on business rules or configuration settings.
  Fiscal Year Issues: The dates may not align with the fiscal year settings in the system, leading to invalid periods.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system that define valid date ranges for specific document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered for the document. Ensure that the start date is before the end date and that both dates are within the valid range.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration for the document type you are working with to understand any specific date restrictions that may apply.
  Fiscal Year Settings: Verify that the dates fall within the fiscal year settings in the system. If necessary, adjust the dates to align with the fiscal periods.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines related to the document type you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to the document type (e.g., sales orders, purchase orders, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify the document in question, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PSSC_HELPER001 error message in SAP.