How To Fix F4569 - Last period in calendar year & is & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 569

• Message text: Last period in calendar year & is & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4569 - Last period in calendar year & is & & ?

  The SAP error message F4569, which states "Last period in calendar year & is & &," typically occurs in the context of financial closing processes, particularly when dealing with fiscal year-end activities. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a transaction or posting in a period that is not valid because it is beyond the last period of the specified fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies in the defined periods.
  Period Locking: The period you are trying to post to may be locked for posting, either due to the closing process or because it is outside the defined fiscal year.
  Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction may fall into a period that is not open for posting.
  Calendar Year End: The error may arise if you are trying to post to a period after the last period of the calendar year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings: Verify the fiscal year settings in the configuration (transaction code OB29) to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the last period is set appropriately.
  Open Periods: Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open. You can check this in transaction code OB52, where you can see the open and closed periods for different company codes and account types.
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within an open period.
  Unlock Periods: If necessary, unlock the period for posting, but be cautious as this may affect financial reporting and closing processes.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB29 (Fiscal Year Variant), OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding fiscal year-end closing procedures to ensure all steps are followed correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.