How To Fix 1E126 - Posting date &1 is after account closure date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Posting date &1 is after account closure date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E126 - Posting date &1 is after account closure date &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1E126 indicates that the posting date you are trying to use is after the account closure date. This typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to a period that has already been closed in the system, which is a common control mechanism in financial systems to prevent changes to historical data.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date: The date you are trying to use for the transaction is later than the account closure date set in the system.
  Account Closure: The account or period has been closed for posting, which means no further transactions can be recorded for that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may have been configured to restrict postings to closed periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date of the transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that it is within the open periods.
  Change Posting Date: If possible, change the posting date to a date that is before or on the account closure date.
  Open the Period: If you need to post to a closed period, you may need to consult with your financial team or system administrator to see if it is appropriate to reopen the period for posting. This is usually done through transaction codes like OB52 (for opening and closing posting periods).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to understand the rules around posting periods and closures. This may involve reviewing the fiscal year variant settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FB01: To post a document.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling posting periods and closures.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change posting dates or to reopen periods if required.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review and manage your posting periods to avoid issues with closed periods.
  Communicate with your finance team about any necessary adjustments to posting dates or periods.
  Maintain a clear understanding of your organization's financial closing processes to prevent similar errors in the future. 
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.