How To Fix UGWB038 - Starting period is invalid

UGWB038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGWB - Messages for Workbench

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Starting period is invalid

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid period for the start of the validity timeframe.
However, you can leave the starting year and starting period blank if
you only want to specify the end of the validity timeframe (example:
starting year 0000/starting period 000, ending year 2004/ending period
012).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGWB038 - Starting period is invalid ?

  The SAP error message UGWB038, which states "Starting period is invalid," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when a user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a valid starting period for data processing. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of financial reports, budget planning, or when trying to post transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Period: The specified starting period does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect period being selected.
  Closed Period: The period may be closed for posting in the system, meaning that no transactions can be processed for that period.
  Fiscal Year Variant Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly configured, leading to discrepancies in the available periods.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the company code that affect the validity of periods.
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