How To Fix >4793 - Enter an alternative posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Enter an alternative posting date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4793 - Enter an alternative posting date ?

  The SAP error message "4793: Enter an alternative posting date" typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in SAP, and the system requires an alternative posting date to be specified. This can happen in various transactions, such as when creating or posting financial documents, and it usually indicates that the posting date you have entered is not valid for the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Posting Date: The posting date you entered may fall outside of the allowed posting periods defined in the system.
  Period Closing: The financial period may be closed, preventing postings in that period.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific posting date requirements.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require an alternative posting date under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you have entered. Ensure it is within an open posting period.
  Open Posting Periods: Check the configuration in the financial accounting module to see which periods are open for posting. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: OB52 (for managing posting periods).
  
  
  Alternative Posting Date: If the original posting date is not valid, enter a valid alternative posting date that falls within an open period.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type you are using to see if there are any restrictions on posting dates.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct posting date or if there are specific business rules, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB01: Post Document
  FB50: G/L Account Document Entry
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post documents in the specified periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully post your document in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.