How To Fix ACEPS029 - Processing not possible for period &1 / &2 / &3 / &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACEPS - Fehlermeldungen Abgrenzungsbuchungen

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Processing not possible for period &1 / &2 / &3 / &4

What causes this issue?

System Response

In the Customizing settings for the Accrual Engine, a setting was made
in the
<DS:SIMG.FIGL_ACE_PS_POST_DC>Define Settings for Accrual Postings</>
activity for the following selection criteria that prevents processing
for key date &V4& of the period:
company code: &V1&
accounting principle: &V2&
accrual type: &V3&

How to fix this error?

Please change the selection criteria or accrual posting settings in the
Accrual Engine Customizing settings accordingly (view V_TACE_PS_POST).

Procedure for System Administrators

System Response

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACEPS029 - Processing not possible for period &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 ?

  The SAP error message ACEPS029 indicates that processing is not possible for a specified period, which is typically related to issues with the fiscal year or period settings in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during posting, reporting, or processing financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The specified period may be closed for posting in the financial settings. This is common in financial modules where periods are closed at the end of a fiscal year.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The period specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Fiscal Year Variant Issues: The fiscal year variant assigned to the company code may not align with the periods being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that prevent processing in the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the period is open for posting. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Open and Close Posting Periods") and checking the status of the relevant periods.
  Adjust Posting Periods: If the period is closed and you need to post, you may need to temporarily open the period in OB52, but be cautious as this can affect financial reporting.
  Verify Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code is correct and that it includes the specified periods.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing user roles.
  Review Configuration: If there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to review the settings related to fiscal year and posting periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage open and closed posting periods.
  OB29: To check and configure fiscal year variants.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing posting periods and fiscal year variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.