How To Fix 1G158 - Early account balancing is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Early account balancing is not possible

What causes this issue?

The posting date for payment transactions &v1& is after the selection
date &v2& for the balancing.
The following dependencies apply:
Date of the early balancing (in accordance with preparation) &v3&
<= posting date for payment transactions &v1&
<= selection date for the balancing &v2&
<= end date of period (in accordance with prepearation) &v4&

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?

Set a balancing date after the posting date for payment transactions.
If you cannot do this either, you cannot execute an early balancing. In
this case, execute a regular balancing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G158 - Early account balancing is not possible ?

  The SAP error message 1G158: Early account balancing is not possible typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with the posting of documents in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform early account balancing due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not allow for early account balancing.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial accounting module may not be set up to allow early account balancing.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields or data may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the document being posted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using supports early account balancing. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  Verify Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open for the transaction. If it is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP FI (Financial Accounting) consultant to review the configuration settings related to early account balancing. This may involve checking the settings in the transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) or OB52 (for posting period settings).
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields in the document are filled out correctly. This includes checking for any mandatory fields that may not be visible at first glance.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance on resolving specific issues.
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations or document types without affecting the production system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), and OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods).
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to financial accounting and error messages.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.