How To Fix VQ205 - Specified period & in info structure & is not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VQ - SD Archiving and Product Allocation

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Specified period & in info structure & is not known

What causes this issue?

The period indicator &v1& for the info structure &v2& is unknown.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the Customizing settings for the period unit in the info
structure &v2& for updating and planning (storage periodicity).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VQ205 - Specified period & in info structure & is not known ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VQ205 Specified period & in info structure & is not known
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to post or process data in an Info Structure (InfoCube or InfoSet) for a period that is not defined or not maintained in the system. Essentially, the system does not recognize the specified period for the given Info Structure because:
  
  The period is outside the valid posting periods maintained for the Info Structure.
  The period has not been initialized or set up in the Info Structure's period definition.
  The Info Structure is not properly maintained or activated for the specified period.
  The period entered is incorrect or does not exist in the calendar or fiscal year variant assigned.
  
  
  Explanation:
  In SAP Logistics Information System (LIS), Info Structures are used to collect and analyze data. Each Info Structure has a defined set of periods (e.g., months, weeks) for which data can be posted. If you try to post data for a period that is not defined in the Info Structure's period definition, the system throws this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Period Definition for the Info Structure:
  
  Go to transaction KOB1 or KOB2 (depending on your SAP version) to maintain the Info Structure.
  Verify the periods defined for the Info Structure.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post is included in the period definition.
  
  
  
  Maintain or Extend the Periods:
  
  If the period is missing, extend the period range in the Info Structure maintenance.
  Use transaction KOB2 to add or adjust the periods.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant and Periods:
  
  Verify that the fiscal year variant assigned to the Info Structure includes the period.
  Use transaction OB29 to check fiscal year variant settings.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize or Activate the Info Structure:
  
  Sometimes, reinitializing or activating the Info Structure can help.
  Use transaction KOB1 to activate the Info Structure.
  
  
  
  Check the Posting Date:
  
  Ensure that the posting date or period entered during data posting corresponds to a valid period in the Info Structure.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport or system upgrade, verify that the Info Structure definitions and periods are consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KOB1 - Maintain Info Structure
  KOB2 - Change Info Structure
  OB29 - Maintain Fiscal Year Variant
  KOB5 - Display Info Structure
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to Info Structure period errors for your specific SAP version.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal on Logistics Information System (LIS)
  SAP Library on Info Structures and Period Management
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VQ205 indicates that the period you are trying to use in an Info Structure is not recognized because it is not defined or maintained. To fix this, verify and maintain the period definitions in the Info Structure and ensure the fiscal year variant and posting periods are correctly set up.
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details such as the Info Structure name, period you are trying to post, and the transaction you are using.