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How To Fix F5669 - Posting date is initial


F5669 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: F5 - Document Editing

  • Message number: 669

  • Message text: Posting date is initial

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  • What causes this issue?

    Fiscal year and period are derived from the posting date. The posting
    date, however, is at the initial setting.

    System Response

    Fiscal year and period cannot be derived.

    How to fix this error?

    A system error has occurred. The posting date transferred must have a
    legitimate value.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


F5669 - Details

  • The SAP error message F5669, which states "Posting date is initial," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a financial document without specifying a posting date. This error is common in various financial transactions, such as invoice postings, journal entries, or any other financial document that requires a posting date.
    
    Cause: Missing Posting Date: The most straightforward cause is that the posting date field is left blank or not filled in during the transaction. System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may require a posting date to be filled in for certain types of transactions. User Input Error: Users may inadvertently skip the posting date field or not realize it is mandatory.
    Solution: Enter a Posting Date: The primary solution is to ensure that a valid posting date is entered in the relevant field before attempting to post the document. The posting date should be a valid date within the allowed posting periods. Check Configuration:

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