**Period name The name for this financial period. For example, a month-long period may be named “January 2000,” or a quarter-long period may be named “First Quarter 2000." You can enter up to 50 characters. See Also Period Number The number for this financial period. APM automatically enters a default number, which you can change if necessary. The system can use the financial period number when creating invoice voucher numbers. Note: Period numbers are only available for months. See Also **Period Type The type of financial period. You can choose from Year, Quarter, and Month. See Also Start Date The date when the financial period begins. APM automatically enters the next available start date, but you can edit it. See Also End Date The date when the financial period ends. APM calculates this date based on the period type and the start date, or you can enter it manually. See Also