How To Fix W#121 - The date does not lie within the time frame you selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W# -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: The date does not lie within the time frame you selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W#121 - The date does not lie within the time frame you selected ?

  The SAP error message W#121, which states "The date does not lie within the time frame you selected," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action (such as posting a document, running a report, or executing a transaction) with a date that falls outside the defined time frame in the system settings.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Range Settings: The date you are trying to use is outside the allowed date range set in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The fiscal year or period being closed.
  The date being set in the future or too far in the past.
  Specific transaction types having restricted date ranges.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions for the specified date.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the company code or controlling area may restrict certain dates for transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date: Verify the date you are trying to use. Ensure it is within the allowed range for the transaction you are attempting.
  
  
  Review Period Closing: If the fiscal year or period is closed, you may need to open it again or use a different date that is within an open period.
  
  
  Adjust Settings: If you have the necessary permissions, you can adjust the date settings in the configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction code OB52 for period control).
  Ensure that the date you are trying to use is within the open periods.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check if your user role has the necessary authorizations to perform actions for the specified date. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (for period control) or OBA7 (for fiscal year variant) to check or modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of date ranges and how to check them before performing transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the W#121 error and proceed with your SAP transactions.