How To Fix 53143 - Posting date &1 not in entry period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Posting date &1 not in entry period

What causes this issue?

The date entered &v1& lies outside the entry period that you defined in
the initial screen.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53143 - Posting date &1 not in entry period ?

  The SAP error message "53143 Posting date &1 not in entry period" typically occurs when you attempt to post a document with a posting date that falls outside the allowed posting periods defined in the system. This is a common issue in financial transactions, where the system restricts postings to specific periods to maintain accurate financial reporting and control.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Issue: The posting date you are trying to use is not within the open posting periods defined in the system.
  Period Closing: The financial period may have been closed, preventing any further postings for that period.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial module may restrict postings to certain periods based on company policies or accounting standards.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you are using. Ensure that it is within the open periods in the system.
  Open Posting Periods: Go to the transaction code OB52 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the open and closed posting periods. You may need to adjust the periods to allow postings for the desired date.
  Change Posting Date: If the posting date is not critical, consider changing it to a date that falls 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.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods if required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage open and closed posting periods.
  FB01: To post financial documents.
  FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N: To view vendor, G/L, and customer line items, respectively.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial posting periods and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your document.