How To Fix F5428 - Check that the posting date is still correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Check that the posting date is still correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5428 - Check that the posting date is still correct ?

  The SAP error message F5428, which states "Check that the posting date is still correct," typically occurs during financial transactions, such as posting invoices or making journal entries. This error indicates that the posting date you are trying to use is no longer valid for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Posting Date Outside of Allowed Range: The posting date may be outside the allowed posting periods defined in the system. This can happen if the posting date is in a closed fiscal period or if the period is not open for posting.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific posting date restrictions based on company policies or configuration settings.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial module may restrict posting to certain dates or periods.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify the posting periods in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview) to see if the period for the posting date is open.
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is indeed in a closed period, you may need to change the posting date to a valid open period.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check if the document type you are using has any specific restrictions regarding posting dates. This can be done in the configuration settings for financial accounting.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct posting date or period, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), FB01 (for posting documents), and SU53 (for authorization checks).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for financial accounting to understand the implications of posting periods and dates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5428 error and successfully complete your financial transaction in SAP.