How To Fix F4535 - Calendar years have 12 posting periods (= months)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 535

• Message text: Calendar years have 12 posting periods (= months)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4535 - Calendar years have 12 posting periods (= months) ?

  The SAP error message F4535 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the fiscal year variant in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that calendar years should have 12 posting periods, which corresponds to the standard monthly accounting periods.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Configuration: The fiscal year variant may be incorrectly configured to have a different number of posting periods (e.g., 13 periods for a 4-4-5 calendar or other non-standard configurations).
  Posting Periods Setup: The posting periods for the fiscal year may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies when trying to post transactions.
  Transaction Posting: Attempting to post a transaction in a period that is not defined or is outside the allowed range of periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB29 to check the fiscal year variant settings.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is set up for 12 posting periods if you are using a calendar year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  If the fiscal year variant is set up correctly, check the posting periods in OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Ensure that the periods are open for posting and that they align with the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are using a non-standard fiscal year variant, ensure that it is correctly configured to reflect the intended posting periods.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant if you need to make changes.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date you are trying to post falls within the open posting periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This defines how the fiscal year is structured in terms of periods. It can be set up to reflect a calendar year or a custom fiscal year.
  Posting Periods: These are the time frames during which financial transactions can be recorded in the system. Each period typically corresponds to a month in a calendar year.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring fiscal year variants and posting periods.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these configurations, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a professional with expertise in SAP Financial Accounting (FI) for further assistance.