How To Fix CK530 - Posting period &1 &2 is in the past

CK530 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 530

• Message text: Posting period &1 &2 is in the past

What causes this issue?

The following was established for company code &v3&:
Posting period &V1& in fiscal year &V2& lies entirely in the past.
You can allow marking only for the current posting period or for future
posting periods.

How to fix this error?

Enter the current posting period or a future posting period in which
you want to allow marking for standard cost estimates.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK530 - Posting period &1 &2 is in the past ?

  The SAP error message CK530 "Posting period &1 &2 is in the past" typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction in a period that has already been closed or is not open for posting. This is a common issue in financial and controlling modules where strict period control is enforced.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use has been closed in the system, meaning no further postings can be made for that period.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have inadvertently selected a past period for posting.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling area or company code may restrict postings to certain periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify the posting period you are trying to use. Ensure that it is indeed open for posting.
  Open the Posting Period:
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can open the posting period in the configuration settings.
  Navigate to Transaction Code OB52 (or