How To Fix BP864 - Enter a period that corresponds to the posting date entered


BP864 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

  • Message number: 864

  • Message text: Enter a period that corresponds to the posting date entered

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  • What causes this issue?

    The system automatically determines the period from the posting date
    entered. However, the period you have entered, &V1&, differs from the
    posting 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?

    Either do not enter a period or enter the period that corresponds to
    the posting date.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP864 - Enter a period that corresponds to the posting date entered ?
    The SAP error message BP864 ("Enter a period that corresponds to the posting date entered") typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the posting date of a transaction and the fiscal period defined in the system. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), when trying to post a document.
    
    Cause: Posting Date Mismatch: The posting date you entered does not fall within the allowed fiscal period. For example, if you are trying to post a document with a posting date in January, but the system is configured to only allow postings for December, you will encounter this error. Closed Periods: The fiscal period may be closed for posting, meaning that no transactions can be entered for that period.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial settings that restrict posting to certain periods.
    Solution: Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you have entered. Ensure

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