How To Fix EDEREG_TOOLS385 - Posting date &1 not within specified fiscal years

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_TOOLS - Deregulation Check Framework

• Message number: 385

• Message text: Posting date &1 not within specified fiscal years

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS385 - Posting date &1 not within specified fiscal years ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_TOOLS385 indicates that the posting date you are trying to use is not within the specified fiscal years defined in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction with a date that falls outside the allowed fiscal periods.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings in the SAP system may not include the posting date you are trying to use. This can happen if the fiscal year has been closed or if the date is simply outside the defined range.
  Period Locking: The posting period may be locked for the specified fiscal year, preventing any postings from being made.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date entered may be incorrect or formatted improperly, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid posting date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 (or OB52) to check the fiscal year variant settings.
  Ensure that the fiscal year includes the posting date you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period:
  
  If the fiscal year is correct but the posting period is closed, you can open the period for posting. This can be done in transaction code OB52.
  Make sure to adjust the periods according to your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Date:
  
  Double-check the posting date you are entering. Ensure it is in the correct format and falls within the allowed range.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the fiscal year settings or the implications of changing them, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial regulations and practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to fiscal year settings or posting periods.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding fiscal year settings and posting periods for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your transaction.