How To Fix S03202 - Unknown period type (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S03 - Messages for Enjoy TCC Monitors, July 20, 1999

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Unknown period type (&)

What causes this issue?

When reading the statistical data from the database, an invalid value
was specified for the period type. Valid period types are <LS>day</>,
<LS>week</>, and <LS>month</>.

System Response

The system cannot read the requested data.

How to fix this error?

Restart the workload monitor.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S03202 - Unknown period type (&) ?

  The SAP error message S03202 "Unknown period type (&)" typically occurs when there is an issue with the period type being used in a financial or controlling report or transaction. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the specified period type, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Period Type: The period type specified in the transaction or report does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The period type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified period type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the period type entered by the user.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Period Type: Verify that the period type you are using is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for period types in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger Accounting > Periodic Processing > Define Period Types).
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration: If the period type is missing or incorrectly configured, you may need to create or modify it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the period type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Entry Review: Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the period type is entered correctly in the transaction or report.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on period types and their configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting (e.g., OB52 for period control).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the S03202 error in your SAP system.