How To Fix CKMLDUVN102 - Posting date &1 is not within distribution period (&2 - &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLDUVN - Inventory differences distribution messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Posting date &1 is not within distribution period (&2 - &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLDUVN102 - Posting date &1 is not within distribution period (&2 - &3) ?

  The SAP error message CKMLDUVN102 indicates that there is an issue with the posting date of a transaction in relation to the distribution period defined in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the posting date you are trying to use is not within the allowed distribution period.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Issue: The posting date you are trying to use falls outside the defined distribution period. This can happen if the posting date is earlier than the start date or later than the end date of the distribution period.
  Configuration Settings: The distribution periods may not be configured correctly in the system, or the periods may have been closed for posting.
  Transaction Timing: The transaction you are trying to post may be related to a period that has already been closed in the financial or controlling module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you are using. Ensure that it falls within the defined distribution period.
  Review Distribution Periods: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check the distribution periods defined for the relevant controlling area or cost center. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: OKEQ (for controlling area settings)
  Transaction Code: OKP1 (for cost center planning)
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that falls within the allowed distribution period.
  Open Distribution Period: If necessary, you may need to open the distribution period for posting. This can be done by changing the settings in the configuration, but be cautious as this may affect financial reporting.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing any settings or if the distribution period needs to be adjusted, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CKMLCP (for actual costing) and CKMLCP1 (for actual costing run).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to controlling and actual costing to understand how distribution periods are managed.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to posting dates or distribution periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKMLDUVN102 error and successfully post your transaction.