How To Fix REBDCA089 - &1: assignment period &2 for &3 is not within object period &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDCA - Messages for Master Data - General

• Message number: 089

• Message text: &1: assignment period &2 for &3 is not within object period &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDCA089 - &1: assignment period &2 for &3 is not within object period &4 ?

  The SAP error message REBDCA089 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment period of a certain object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) not falling within the defined object period. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules when trying to post or assign costs to a specific period.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Period Mismatch: The assignment period (e.g., a month or a fiscal year) you are trying to use is outside the range of the object period defined in the system.
  Object Period Settings: The object (cost center, internal order, etc.) has a specific validity period that does not include the period you are trying to assign.
  Posting Periods: The posting periods in the system may be closed or restricted for the object you are trying to work with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Validity:
  
  Go to the relevant object (e.g., cost center, internal order) in SAP and check its validity period. Ensure that the assignment period you are trying to use falls within this validity.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  If the posting period is closed, you may need to open it again if it is appropriate to do so. This can be done in the transaction code OB52 (for controlling periods) or OB29 (for financial accounting periods).
  Ensure that the posting periods are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area or company code to ensure that the periods are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization’s setup.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost center reports) or KO03 (for internal order display) to analyze the data and see where the mismatch might be occurring.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, KO03, OB52, and OB29.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to periods or object settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.