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

F5428 - Overview

• 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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F5428 - Details

• 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 This error indicates that the posting date you are trying to use is no longer valid for the transaction you are attempting to execute.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