How To Fix 1J656 - Due date &1 does not correspond to period data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Due date &1 does not correspond to period data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1J656 - Due date &1 does not correspond to period data ?

  The SAP error message 1J656 indicates that there is a mismatch between the due date of a transaction and the period data defined in the system. This typically occurs in financial transactions, such as invoice processing or payment processing, where the due date does not align with the allowed posting periods in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Periods: The due date of the transaction falls outside the open posting periods defined in the system. For example, if the due date is set in a closed period, the system will not allow the transaction to proceed.
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings may not align with the transaction date, leading to discrepancies.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have restrictions on the periods they can be posted to.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed posting periods. Ensure that the due date of the transaction falls within an open period.
  If necessary, extend the open periods to include the due date.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Verify the fiscal year settings in the configuration. Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up and that the periods are defined properly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it allows posting to the required periods.
  
  
  
  Correct the Due Date:
  
  If the due date is incorrect, consider adjusting it to fall within an open period.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  OBY6: To check and configure fiscal year variants.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and period management for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to posting periods or document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1J656 and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly within the SAP system.