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