How To Fix ACE503 - No actual posting data exists before simulation key date &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACE - Nachrichten zur Accrual Engine

• Message number: 503

• Message text: No actual posting data exists before simulation key date &1

What causes this issue?

You want to simulate data in the Accrual Engine up to date &V1&.
Up to this date, there are actual postings on this accrual object
(table ACEPSOI, field LASTPODAT).
This affects the following accrual objectt:
Interne reference of the accrual object (GUID): &V3&
Interne reference of the accrual subobject: &V4&

System Response

Simulation is not necessary for this accrual object.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACE503 - No actual posting data exists before simulation key date &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACE503, which states "No actual posting data exists before simulation key date &1," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when you are trying to run a report or simulation that requires actual posting data, but there is none available for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Posted: The most common cause is that there are no actual postings (e.g., journal entries, invoices, etc.) recorded in the system before the specified simulation key date.
  Incorrect Key Date: The key date you are using for the simulation might be set incorrectly, leading to a situation where it falls before any actual postings have been made.
  Data Deletion: Actual posting data may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the simulation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the visibility of certain postings or that affect how data is retrieved for simulations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Data: Verify that there are actual postings in the system before the specified key date. You can do this by running relevant reports or checking the relevant tables (e.g., BKPF for accounting documents).
  Adjust Key Date: If the key date is incorrect, adjust it to a date where actual postings exist.
  Review Data Archiving: If data has been archived, check the archiving settings and consider restoring the necessary data if it is required for your simulation.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the module you are working with to ensure that there are no restrictions or filters that could be causing the issue.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the actual posting data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or S_ALR_87012357 (Financial Statements) to check for actual postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how posting data is managed and reported.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.