56733 - No period of the event has a status valid for accounting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 733

• Message text: No period of the event has a status valid for accounting

What causes this issue?

You want to account a separation bonus action with more than one
period. This is only possible if at least one period has status
'Request approved' or 'Trip approved' and accounting status 'To be
accounted'.

How to fix this error?

Set the status of a period to the relevant values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56733 - No period of the event has a status valid for accounting ?

  The SAP error message "56733 No period of the event has a status valid for accounting" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when trying to post a transaction or perform an action that requires a valid accounting period. This error indicates that there are no open or valid periods for the event you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The accounting period for the transaction you are trying to post is closed. This can happen if the period has been closed in the system for financial reporting purposes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the posting periods may not be set correctly, leading to periods being marked as closed or not valid for accounting.
  Event Type Settings: The specific event type you are trying to post may not have any valid periods defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to post in certain periods, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Go to the transaction code OB52 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the status of the posting periods. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  Open the Period: If the period is closed and you need to post to it, you may need to open it temporarily. This should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorization.
  Review Event Type Configuration: Check the configuration for the specific event type you are trying to post. Ensure that it has valid periods defined.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about opening periods or making changes, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for managing posting periods), S_ALR_87012357 (for financial reports), and FB50 (for general ledger postings).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial accounting and posting periods for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.