How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_REP061 - If you run the report only for information, select "Ignore post. period."

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_REP -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: If you run the report only for information, select "Ignore post. period."

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP061 - If you run the report only for information, select "Ignore post. period." ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP061 typically occurs when you are trying to run a report related to financial accounting, particularly in the context of posting periods. This error message indicates that there is an issue with the posting period settings in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPCE/FK_REP061 is usually triggered when:
  
  The posting period for the transaction you are trying to process is closed or not open for posting.
  The report is trying to access data that falls outside of the allowed posting periods.
  There may be configuration settings in the financial accounting module that restrict access to certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting period settings.
  Ensure that the posting period you are trying to access is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Report Settings:
  
  If you are running the report for informational purposes and do not need to post any data, you can select the option "Ignore post. period." This allows you to bypass the posting period restrictions and run the report without affecting any financial postings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change posting periods or if you are unsure about the implications of changing them, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for your organization’s needs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To maintain the posting periods.
  FB50, FB01: To post documents (if needed).
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on posting periods and financial reporting.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and authorizations to access and modify posting periods.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPCE/FK_REP061 and successfully run your report.