/ATL/GENERAL083 - Fiscal periods must be between 01 and 16

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Fiscal periods must be between 01 and 16

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL083 - Fiscal periods must be between 01 and 16 ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL083 Fiscal periods must be between 01 and 16 typically occurs when there is an attempt to post or process a transaction in a fiscal period that is outside the valid range defined in the system. In SAP, fiscal periods are usually defined as months, and for many configurations, they range from 01 (January) to 16 (which may represent special periods or adjustments).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Fiscal Period: The fiscal period specified in the transaction is either less than 01 or greater than 16.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be set up correctly, or the periods may not be defined properly in the configuration.
  Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction may fall outside the allowed fiscal periods.
  Year-End Closing: If the fiscal year has been closed, any attempt to post to that year may trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Fiscal Period: Ensure that the fiscal period you are trying to use is valid. It should be between 01 and 16.
  Review Posting Date: Verify the posting date of the transaction. If it is set to a date that falls outside the defined fiscal periods, adjust it accordingly.
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant (Transaction code: OB29) and ensure that the periods are correctly defined.
  Open Periods: If you need to post to a closed period, you may need to open that period in the configuration settings or use a special period if applicable.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the fiscal periods or need to make changes, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB29: To configure fiscal year variants.
  OB52: To open or close posting periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to fiscal periods.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on fiscal year variants and period control for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that transactions are posted in the correct fiscal periods.