How To Fix BK099 - The posting date is in the future; check the date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 099

• Message text: The posting date is in the future; check the date.

What causes this issue?

The posting date entered is in the future in relation to the current
SAP System date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the posting date entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK099 - The posting date is in the future; check the date. ?

  The SAP error message BK099 indicates that a posting date in a financial transaction is set to a future date, which is not allowed based on the system's configuration or the current settings for posting periods. This error typically occurs when users attempt to post journal entries, invoices, or other financial documents with a date that is beyond the current date.
  Cause:
  
  Future Posting Date: The most common cause is that the user has entered a posting date that is later than the current date.
  Period Closing: The posting period may be closed for the current date, preventing any postings with future dates.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict postings to certain periods or dates, which can lead to this error if the date falls outside of those parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date entered in the transaction. Ensure it is set to the current date or a past date.
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open for the date you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview) to see the status of the posting periods.
  Adjust Date: If the date is indeed in the future and you need to post it, consider changing the date to the current date or a valid past date.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you believe the posting should be allowed, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the business rules regarding future postings and whether any adjustments can be made to the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and manage posting periods.
  FB50: For general ledger postings.
  FB60: For vendor invoices.
  FB70: For customer invoices.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements that could affect posting behavior.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BK099 error and successfully post your financial transactions.