How To Fix 6P072 - The materials have different posting periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 072

• Message text: The materials have different posting periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P072 - The materials have different posting periods ?

  The SAP error message 6P072 indicates that there is a mismatch in the posting periods for the materials involved in a transaction. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a document (like a goods movement, invoice, or other financial transaction) that involves materials with different posting periods.
  Cause:
  
  Different Posting Periods: The materials being processed have been assigned to different posting periods. This can happen if the materials are in different company codes or if the posting periods have been set up differently in the configuration.
  Period Locking: The posting period for one or more of the materials may be closed or locked, preventing any transactions from being posted.
  Material Master Settings: The material master records may have different settings that affect their posting periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify the posting periods for the materials involved in the transaction. You can do this by checking the material master records and the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Adjust Posting Periods: If the posting periods are indeed different, you may need to adjust them to ensure they align. This can involve changing the posting period for one of the materials or adjusting the transaction date to fall within the same posting period.
  Unlock Posting Periods: If the posting period is locked, you may need to unlock it in the configuration settings (transaction code OB52) to allow postings for that period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing posting periods or if it involves financial implications, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), OB52 (Change Posting Periods), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to check and modify relevant settings.
  Material Master: Review the material master data for the materials involved to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for posting periods in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure they are set up correctly for all relevant company codes and materials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 6P072 and successfully complete your transaction.