How To Fix XW806 - Period range is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Period range is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW806 - Period range is empty ?

  The SAP error message XW806: "Period range is empty" typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling transactions where a date range or period is expected but has not been defined or is incorrectly specified. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP FI (Financial Accounting) or CO (Controlling).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Period Definition: The specified period for the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to the fiscal year variant not being set up correctly.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range provided in the transaction is invalid or does not correspond to any defined periods in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal year or periods in the controlling area or company code.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered incorrect dates or periods in the transaction screen.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Period Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (for fiscal year variant) and ensure that the periods are correctly defined for the fiscal year.
  Verify that the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code is correct.
  
  
  
  Review Date Range:
  
  Ensure that the date range you are entering in the transaction is valid and corresponds to the defined periods in the system.
  Check if the periods are open for posting in the relevant modules (FI/CO).
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the controlling area or company code to ensure that the fiscal year and periods are set up correctly.
  Use transaction code OKP1 to check the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  User Input Validation:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typos or incorrect formats.
  Ensure that the input dates are within the range of the defined periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant), OKP1 (Controlling Area), and others that may help in reviewing the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the period settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for deeper analysis.