How To Fix 1G220 - No posting to prior period possible as account &1 &2 is being balanced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No posting to prior period possible as account &1 &2 is being balanced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G220 - No posting to prior period possible as account &1 &2 is being balanced ?

  The SAP error message 1G220 indicates that a posting to a prior period is not possible because the specified account is being balanced. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to post a transaction to a period that has already been closed or finalized.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The accounting period you are trying to post to has been closed, meaning no further postings can be made to that period.
  Account Balancing: The account specified in the error message is currently being balanced, which means that it is locked for postings until the balancing process is completed.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may prevent postings to prior periods for certain accounts or under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the accounting period you are trying to post to is indeed closed. You can do this by checking the period status in the financial accounting module.
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to view and manage the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Post to Current Period: If the period is closed, consider posting the transaction to the current open period instead of the prior period.
  
  
  Unlock the Account: If the account is being balanced, you may need to wait until the balancing process is completed. Alternatively, check with your finance team to see if they can unlock the account for posting.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration settings for the account in question. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or finance team to ensure that the settings align with your organization's posting policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) for posting transactions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to post to the desired periods and accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.