How To Fix 3E426 - Please enter valid in-period details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Please enter valid in-period details

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E426 - Please enter valid in-period details ?

  The SAP error message 3E426 ("Please enter valid in-period details") typically occurs when a user attempts to enter or process data in a period that is either closed or not open for posting in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where period-end closing activities restrict posting to certain periods.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use is closed. This is common at the end of a fiscal year or after a month-end closing.
  Incorrect Period Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect period or date that does not correspond to an open posting period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict postings to certain periods based on company code settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (or use the menu path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Verify if the period you are trying to post in is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings:
  
  If the period is closed and you need to post, you may need to temporarily open the period. This should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorization.
  Ensure that the period is open for the specific document type you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Verify Date Entry:
  
  Double-check the date and period you are entering to ensure they are correct and correspond to an open posting period.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about opening a period or if it is necessary, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications of changing posting periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 for managing posting periods, FB01 for posting documents, and FBL1N for vendor line items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidelines on posting periods and related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.