How To Fix WAHD001 - Period indicator &1 is not allowed

WAHD001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAHD - Messages for Alternative Historical Data

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Period indicator &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.3526C46EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>period indicator</>
entered is not valid.

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?

Use a valid period indicator. Valid period indicators are T, W, M and
P.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAHD001 - Period indicator &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message WAHD001 indicates that the period indicator specified in your transaction is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with period-end closing activities or when trying to post transactions in a specific period.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Indicator: The period indicator you are trying to use may not be valid for the current fiscal year or period.
  
  Configuration Issues: The period indicator may not be configured correctly in the system settings.
  Posting Periods: The posting period may be closed or restricted for the type of transaction you are attempting to execute.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may not align with the period indicator you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Indicator: Verify that the period indicator you are using is valid for the current fiscal year and period. You can do this by checking the