How To Fix >4212 - Document for posting date &1, company code &2, currency &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Document for posting date &1, company code &2, currency &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4212 - Document for posting date &1, company code &2, currency &3 ?

  The SAP error message "4212 Document for posting date &1, company code &2, currency &3" typically indicates that there is an issue with the document you are trying to post in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Posting Date Issues: The posting date you are using may fall outside the allowed posting periods. This can happen if the period is closed or if the date is not within the fiscal year defined in the system.
  
  
  Company Code Configuration: The company code may not be set up correctly for the specified currency or may not allow postings for the given date.
  
  
  Currency Settings: The currency specified in the document may not be valid for the company code or may not be configured properly in the system.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting dates or currencies that can be used.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post documents for the specified company code or currency.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify that the posting date falls within an open posting period. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed periods for the company code.
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings: Ensure that the company code is correctly configured to allow postings in the specified currency. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation > Define Account Groups.
  
  
  Validate Currency Configuration: Make sure that the currency you are using is valid for the company code. You can check the currency settings in the company code configuration.
  
  
  Document Type Verification: Check if the document type you are using has any restrictions related to posting dates or currencies. You can review this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Document > Document Types.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents for the specified company code and currency. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), SPRO (for configuration), and SU01 (for user authorizations).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand the configuration and settings related to posting documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.