How To Fix 5C613 - Unauthorized posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 613

• Message text: Unauthorized posting date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C613 - Unauthorized posting date ?

  The SAP error message 5C613 - Unauthorized posting date typically occurs when a user attempts to post a document with a posting date that is not allowed based on the system's configuration or the user's authorization settings. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post documents for the specified date.
  Posting Periods: The posting date may fall outside of the open posting periods defined in the system. If the period is closed, postings cannot be made for that date.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting dates based on company policies or configuration settings.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may have specific settings that restrict postings to certain dates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents for the specified date. This can be done by reviewing the user's role and authorization objects in the SAP system.
  Review Posting Periods: Check the posting periods in the system to ensure that the date being used is within an open period. This can be done in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  Adjust Document Type Settings: If applicable, review the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows postings for the desired date.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the posting date is valid but still results in an error, consult with the finance or controlling team to understand any specific policies or restrictions that may be in place.
  Change Posting Date: If the posting date is not critical, consider changing it to a date that is within an open posting period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To maintain and check the open and closed posting periods.
  SU53: To check authorization failures for the user.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Review the user roles and profiles to ensure they are correctly configured for the required transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or Security team for further investigation.