How To Fix 62193 - Document date and posting date are in different fiscal years

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Document date and posting date are in different fiscal years

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62193 - Document date and posting date are in different fiscal years ?

  The SAP error message 62193, which states "Document date and posting date are in different fiscal years," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the document date and the posting date of a financial transaction. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as FI (Financial Accounting) or MM (Materials Management), when trying to post a document.
  Cause:
  
  Different Fiscal Years: The document date and posting date fall into different fiscal years. For example, if the document date is in December 2022 and the posting date is in January 2023, this error will occur.
  Fiscal Year Variant Settings: The fiscal year variant settings in the company code may restrict posting to certain periods or fiscal years.
  Period Closing: The posting period for the previous fiscal year may be closed, preventing any postings to that year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Ensure that both the document date and posting date are within the same fiscal year. Adjust the dates accordingly if necessary.
  Open Posting Periods: Verify that the posting period for the intended fiscal year is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to see if the relevant periods are open for posting.
  Adjust Fiscal Year Variant: If the fiscal year variant settings are causing the issue, you may need to adjust them. This typically requires configuration changes and should be done by someone with the appropriate authorization and knowledge of SAP configuration.
  Use Correct Transaction: If you are trying to post a document that should belong to the previous fiscal year, consider using a special transaction or adjustment entry that allows for such postings, if applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and maintain posting periods.
  FB01: To post a financial document.
  FBL1N/FBL3N: To view vendor/customer line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents in the desired fiscal year.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on fiscal year settings and posting periods.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and business processes.