How To Fix F5903 - Posting period &1 &2 not open for variant &4 and ledger &3


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: F5 - Document Editing

  • Message number: 903

  • Message text: Posting period &1 &2 not open for variant &4 and ledger &3

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  • What causes this issue?

    Period &V1& of fiscal year &V2& has <ZH>not</> been opened for posting
    for ledger &V3& and the variant of the posting periods &V4&.

    System Response

    Termination of processing

    How to fix this error?

    This error can have various causes. To resolve the error, proceed as
    follows:
    Check whether the posting date has been entered correctly. The system
    uses this date to determine the posting period.
    Check whether the required posting period in the corresponding ledger is
    open for posting for the variant of the posting periods and the account
    type. Ensure that the period is open for posting.
    You also have to specify a period interval for the variant of the
    posting period and account type in which the desired period is
    contained. You may these settings in <LS>Financial Accounting Global
    Settings (New)</> under <DS:SIMG.FAGL_V_T001B_COFI_DC>Open and Close
    Posting Periods</>.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5903 - Posting period &1 &2 not open for variant &4 and ledger &3 ?
    The SAP error message F5903 indicates that there is an issue with the posting period for a specific variant and ledger. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a financial transaction in a period that is not open for posting in the specified ledger and variant.
    
    Cause: Closed Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use is closed. This can happen if the period has been closed in the financial settings. Incorrect Variant: The variant specified in the transaction may not be configured to allow postings in the selected period. Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to post to may not be open for the specified period. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period or ledger.
    Solution: Open the Posting Period: Go to the transaction code OB52 (or the relevant transaction for your version). Check the settings for the posting periods and ensure that

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