How To Fix 1E131 - Error in closure posting of account &1

1E131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Error in closure posting of account &1

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the closure posting for account &v1&. For this
reason the account could not be closed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the pre-settings for the closure postings and then start the
closure run again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E131 - Error in closure posting of account &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1E131 ("Error in closure posting of account &1") typically occurs during the closure process of financial periods, particularly when trying to post to a specific account. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes:
  
  
  Account 
  Configuration Issues: The account may not be configured correctly for closure postings. This could include settings related to the account type, posting periods, or whether the account is open for posting.
  
  
  Posting Periods: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further postings to that account. This is common during month-end or year-end closing processes.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the posting may not be allowed for the specific account or may have restrictions that prevent the posting.
  
  
  Balance Issues: There may be discrepancies in the account balance that prevent closure postings from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the