How To Fix 68159 - Posting date $ of OI $ after posting date entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Posting date $ of OI $ after posting date entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68159 - Posting date $ of OI $ after posting date entered ?

  The SAP error message 68159 typically indicates that there is a discrepancy between the posting date you are trying to use for a transaction and the allowed posting dates defined in the system. This error often occurs in the context of financial postings, such as in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module or during general ledger postings.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Issue: The posting date you are trying to use is either in the past or future, and it falls outside the allowed posting periods defined in the system.
  Period Locking: The financial period may be closed or locked for posting, preventing any transactions from being recorded in that period.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial module may restrict postings to certain dates or periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you are trying to use. Ensure it is within the open posting 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. If necessary, extend the open period to include the date you want to post.
  Unlock Period: If the period is locked, you may need to unlock it temporarily to allow the posting, but be cautious as this can affect financial reporting.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing posting periods or unlocking periods, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure that they are set up correctly for your organization's posting requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FBL1N/FBL3N: To review vendor/customer or general ledger account balances.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on posting periods and financial transactions to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 68159 and successfully complete your posting in SAP.