How To Fix 1J648 - Posting date &1 is after the latest posting date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1J - BCA: Payment Order Dialog

• Message number: 648

• Message text: Posting date &1 is after the latest posting date &2

What causes this issue?

The latest date on which the system can post the SEPA direct debit order
is based on the due date and the minimum number of interbank working
days (specified for a one-time payment order in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.BA-CA-V_TBKK_SDDDAYS>Define Processing Time for SEPA Orders
</>):
<ZH>Latest posting date = due date - minimum number of interbank working
days before the due date for one-time payment orders</>
The posting date of a SEPA direct debit order must always be on or
before the latest posting date

System Response

The system cannot post the SEPA direct debit order.

How to fix this error?

Create the SEPA direct debit order according to the processing time
defined in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J648 - Posting date &1 is after the latest posting date &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1J648 indicates that the posting date you are trying to use for a transaction is later than the latest allowed posting date in the system. This typically occurs in financial transactions where the system has been configured to restrict postings to a certain period, often for reasons related to closing periods or ensuring data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Period Closing: The most common cause is that the financial period (month, quarter, or year) has been closed, and postings are no longer allowed for that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict posting dates beyond a certain limit.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect posting date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify the current posting period in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview) to see which periods are open for posting.
  Open the Period: If you have the necessary authorization, you can open the period for posting. This should be done with caution and typically only for necessary adjustments.
  Adjust Posting Date: If the period cannot be opened, consider adjusting the posting date to a valid date within an open period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing periods or posting dates, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and manage posting periods.
  FB01: To post financial documents.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to change posting periods or make adjustments.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding period closing and posting rules to understand the implications of changing posting dates or periods.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always verify the posting date before entering transactions.
  Regularly communicate with the finance team regarding period closing schedules.
  Document any changes made to posting periods for audit purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the underlying reasons for its occurrence.