How To Fix C+236 - Material &1 &2 was not closed in period &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Material &1 &2 was not closed in period &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+236 - Material &1 &2 was not closed in period &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message C+236 indicates that a material (identified by the material number and plant) was not closed in a specific period. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management and financial closing processes. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Open Inventory Period: The material in question has transactions that are still open in the specified period. This could be due to goods movements, stock adjustments, or other inventory-related activities that have not been finalized.
  Period Closing Not Executed: The financial or inventory closing process for the specified period has not been executed, or there are pending transactions that prevent the closing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the closing of materials in certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Transactions: Review the material's transaction history to identify any open transactions that need to be processed or cleared. This can be done using transaction codes like MB51 (Material Document List) or MMBE (Stock Overview).
  Execute Period Closing: If all transactions are complete, ensure that the period closing process is executed. This can be done through transaction code MMPV (Change Posting Periods) or by using the appropriate closing transaction for your module (e.g., for financials, use transaction code OB52).
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to period closing in the system. This may require assistance from a SAP consultant or system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the modules you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform closing activities in the system.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.