How To Fix CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON190 - Financial transaction date cannot be in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON - Incident Common Messages

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Financial transaction date cannot be in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON190 - Financial transaction date cannot be in the future ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHHSS_INC_COMMON190 indicates that a financial transaction date entered in the system is set to a future date, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in modules that deal with financial transactions, such as SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered a date for a financial transaction that is beyond the current date.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict the posting of transactions to dates that are not in the past or present.
  User Error: Users may mistakenly select a future date due to oversight or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date entered for the financial transaction. Ensure that it is set to the current date or a past date.
  Correct the Entry: If a future date was mistakenly entered, correct it to the appropriate date.
  System Settings: If the error persists and you believe it should allow future dates (for example, in cases of planned transactions), check with your SAP administrator to review the system settings and configurations.
  User Training: Provide training or guidelines to users to ensure they understand the importance of entering the correct transaction dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: This error can occur in various transaction types, including journal entries, invoices, and other financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its software to address known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the rules regarding transaction dates.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that financial transactions are recorded correctly within the SAP system.