How to use CXC9 - Period Categories

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: CXC9

  Description: Period Categories

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: FICVIM00

    Screen: 1000

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: FC00

    Package Description: Cons: General consolidation (cannot be assign.to FC01-FC09)

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: EC-CS

    Description: Consolidation

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• SAP Tcode: CXC9 - Period Categories

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code CXC9 is used to maintain period categories in the SAP system. It is used to define the periods for which data can be entered and processed in the system. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The CXC9 transaction code allows users to create, change, and delete period categories. It also allows users to assign periods to a category and define the start and end dates of each period. Additionally, users can define the number of periods in a year and the number of days in each period. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the transaction code CXC9 into the command field. 
  2. Select “Create” from the menu bar. 
  3. Enter a name for the period category and select “Save”. 
  4. Select “Assign Periods” from the menu bar. 
  5. Enter the start and end dates for each period and select “Save”. 
  6. Select “Define Number of Periods” from the menu bar. 
  7. Enter the number of periods in a year and the number of days in each period and select “Save”. 
  8. Select “Activate” from the menu bar to activate the period category. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to note that once a period category has been activated, it cannot be changed or deleted without first deactivating it. Additionally, it is recommended that users test any changes made to a period category before activating it in order to ensure that it works as expected.