How To Fix RESCSH002 - Period &2 cannot be settled for &1; first settle &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCSH - Error Messages When Creating Settlement Hierarchy

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Period &2 cannot be settled for &1; first settle &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCSH002 - Period &2 cannot be settled for &1; first settle &3 ?

  The SAP error message RESCSH002 indicates that a specific period cannot be settled for a particular object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) because it has not been settled in a previous period. The message typically follows this format:
  
  &1: The object that is being settled (e.g., a cost center or internal order).
  &2: The current period that you are trying to settle.
  &3: The previous period that needs to be settled first.
  
  Cause
  The error occurs because SAP requires that all previous periods must be settled before you can settle the current period. This is a part of the financial control mechanism to ensure that all costs and revenues are accounted for in the correct periods.
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Previous Period: Check the error message to identify which previous period (&3) needs to be settled.
  
  
  Settle the Previous Period:
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction for settling the object (e.g., KKS1 for internal orders, CJI3 for projects, etc.).
  Settle the previous period as indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Retry Settling the Current Period: Once the previous period has been successfully settled, you can attempt to settle the current period again.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for settlement, such as:
  
  KKS1: Settle Internal Orders
  CJI3: Project Settlement
  KSV5: Settle Cost Centers
  
  
  Settlement Rules: Ensure that the settlement rules for the object are correctly defined. This includes checking the allocation structure and the receiver objects.
  Period Closing: Be aware of the period closing activities in your organization, as they may affect the ability to settle periods.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform settlement activities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RESCSH002 error and successfully settle the required periods in SAP.