How To Fix 5L345 - Period entered is not the Last Period of the current month .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5L - Messages for Malaysian HRMS.

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Period entered is not the Last Period of the current month .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5L345 - Period entered is not the Last Period of the current month . ?

  The SAP error message 5L345 ("Period entered is not the Last Period of the current month") typically occurs in the context of financial postings or period-end closing activities. This error indicates that the period you are trying to post to is not the last period of the month, which is often a requirement for certain types of transactions, such as closing entries or adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected a period that is not the last one for the month. For example, if the current month is March, the last period might be March 12, and the user is trying to post to March 11.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only allow postings to the last period of the month for specific transaction types.
  Posting Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions that prevent posting to non-final periods to ensure data integrity during month-end closing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Period: Verify the period you are trying to post to. Ensure that it is indeed the last period of the month. You can do this by checking the period status in the SAP system.
  Change the Posting Period: If you have mistakenly selected a non-final period, change your posting to the last period of the month.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about which period to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to confirm the correct period for your posting.
  Review Configuration: If you believe the configuration settings are incorrect, you may need to review the settings in the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO) or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB52 to check and adjust the open and closed periods for posting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: To maintain the posting periods.
  MMPV: To change the period for materials management.
  F.01: To check financial statements and periods.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on period control and posting periods.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period. Sometimes, restrictions are based on user roles.
  
  
  Training and Support: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP financial processes or seek support from your SAP help desk.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete your posting.