How To Fix WOD1010 - Maintain the period indicator for material >&<

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOD1 - Messages for Function Group WOD1

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Maintain the period indicator for material >&<

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOD1010 - Maintain the period indicator for material >&< ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WOD1010: "Maintain the period indicator for material >&<":
  
  Error Message
  WOD1010: Maintain the period indicator for material >&<
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the period indicator for a material is not maintained in the system. The period indicator is a key setting in SAP that controls the posting periods for inventory management transactions related to a material.
  
  The period indicator defines which posting periods are open or closed for a material.
  If this indicator is missing or not maintained, SAP cannot determine the valid posting periods for inventory transactions.
  This typically happens during goods movements, inventory postings, or material master data maintenance when the system checks for valid posting periods.
  
  
  Where is the Period Indicator Maintained?
  The period indicator is maintained in the Material Master record, specifically in the Accounting 1 or Costing 1 views, depending on the configuration.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number and select the relevant views (usually Accounting 1).
  Look for the field Period Indicator (field name: PERIV).
  If it is blank or incorrect, maintain the correct period indicator.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Period Indicator:
  
  Enter the appropriate period indicator that corresponds to your company’s posting period control.
  The period indicator is usually defined in customizing (SPRO) under:
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Period Indicator
  
  If you are unsure which period indicator to use, consult your SAP FI/CO or MM consultant.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting periods for the period indicator are open in transaction MMPV or OB52.
  If the periods are closed, open the relevant posting periods.
  
  
  
  Save the Material Master:
  
  After maintaining the period indicator, save the material master.
  Retry the transaction that caused the error.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  The period indicator is used to control the posting periods for inventory transactions at the material level.
  It allows companies to restrict postings to certain periods for specific materials.
  This is especially useful in scenarios where different materials have different fiscal calendars or posting period requirements.
  If the period indicator is not maintained, SAP cannot validate the posting period, hence the error.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WOD1010: Maintain the period indicator for material >&<
  
  
  Cause
  Period indicator missing or not maintained in the material master
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain the period indicator in material master (MM02) under Accounting 1 view
  
  
  Transaction
  MM02 (Change Material), OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods), MMPV (Display Period Indicator)
  
  
  Customizing
  Define period indicators in SPRO under Material Master settings
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the correct period indicator or opening posting periods, please consult your SAP FI/MM functional team.
  
  Let me know if you need further assistance!