How To Fix /CCEE/HRFI022 - Maximal possible posting period is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCEE/HRFI -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Maximal possible posting period is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCEE/HRFI022 - Maximal possible posting period is &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CCEE/HRFI022 Maximal possible posting period is &1 typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with payroll or financial accounting in SAP. This error indicates that the system has reached the maximum allowable posting period for a particular transaction or process, and further postings cannot be made until the period is adjusted.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Period Limitations: The error arises when an attempt is made to post a transaction in a period that is beyond the defined maximum posting period in the system settings.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum posting period is usually defined in the financial accounting configuration. If the current date or the date of the transaction exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Year-End Closing: This can also happen during year-end closing processes when certain periods are locked for posting to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Period Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OB52) to review the allowed posting periods.
  Ensure that the current date or the date of the transaction falls within the allowed posting periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  If necessary, extend the maximum posting period to include the date you are trying to post. This can be done by modifying the settings in the same configuration area (OB52).
  Make sure to communicate with your finance team or relevant stakeholders before making changes to posting periods, as this can affect financial reporting.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Dates:
  
  Verify the date of the transaction you are trying to post. If it is indeed outside the allowed range, consider adjusting the transaction date if possible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration and policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Year-End Closing:
  
  If the error occurs during a year-end process, ensure that all necessary postings for the previous year are completed and that the periods are properly closed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  S_ALR_87012357: Report for checking posting periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting periods or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods or perform financial postings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your financial postings in SAP.