How To Fix 0D854 - Posting not possible today.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 854

• Message text: Posting not possible today.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D854 - Posting not possible today. ?

  The SAP error message "0D854 Posting not possible today" typically indicates that a user is attempting to post a transaction on a date that is not allowed due to the system's configuration. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Posting Period Closed: The posting period for the current date may be closed in the system. This is common at the end of a financial period (month, quarter, or year).
  Date Restrictions: There may be specific date restrictions set in the configuration that prevent postings on certain days (e.g., weekends, holidays).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post transactions for the specified date.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on posting dates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the status of the posting periods. Ensure that the current date falls within an open posting period.
  If necessary, you can open the posting period for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Review Date Settings:
  
  Check if there are any specific date restrictions configured in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to post transactions for the specified date. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If the posting period is closed and you need to make a posting, consult with your finance team to see if they can temporarily open the period or if there are alternative ways to record the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the document type you are trying to post. Ensure that there are no restrictions on the posting date for that document type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  S_U0_12000000: To check user authorizations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting periods or error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on financial posting processes and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.