Timekeeper Period

Hi,
While entering time thru timekeeper responsibility, the period LOV shows lots of period starting from 2002 to 2012. Is it possible to restrict it? The self service interface does not show so many periods.
I believe there will be a preference by which we can control this. Can anyone guide me?
Thanks
SA

Hi
The timecard period is controlled by a preference in self-service. But this doesn't apply to the timekeeper form!
In order to manage the timekeeper's list of values for this field you would need to change the start date of the recurring period record. However, this may cause problems if you want to make it later than the earliest time period you have already used.
I'm afraid this is one of those areas of OTL which doesn't quite 'join up'.
Regards
Tim

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Is cellular data used at all during any kind of sync /iPhone/iTunes management? Is the cellular data usage reading under iPhone settings a reliable source to keep track of monthly data usage?
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hi sap gurus
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Go to Transaction Code SE38
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Refer SAP Note No. 487381 for more details.
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Other way of doing it is follow these steps( But try this method in Sand box Only):
1. Go to OX18, and delete the plants assigned to your CO.Cd and save.
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