How To Fix SAFTN_XX224 - Period type &1 defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFTN_XX - SAF-T Cross-Module, Cross-Country

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Period type &1 defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFTN_XX224 - Period type &1 defined ?

  The SAP error message SAFTN_XX224, which states "Period type &1 defined," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is an issue with the period type configuration in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions, running reports, or executing period-end closing activities.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The period type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  Missing Period Type: The period type may not be activated or may not have been set up correctly in the controlling area or company code.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the period type, such as missing entries in the configuration tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SAFTN_XX224 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the period types in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting (New) ? Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) ? Ledgers ? Period Types.
  
  
  Verify that the period type specified in the error message (&1) is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate Period Type:
  
  If the period type is not activated, you may need to activate it in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Related Settings:
  
  Check if the period type is assigned to the correct fiscal year variant and that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements or additional settings related to the period type in question.
  
  
  
  Test Transactions:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue remains unresolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the SAFTN_XX224 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for defining posting periods) and OBA7 (for fiscal year variant settings).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on period types and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SAFTN_XX224 error in your SAP system.