How To Fix F5904 - The posting date is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 904

• Message text: The posting date is not available

What causes this issue?

Due to an internal error, the system was unable to set the posting date.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5904 - The posting date is not available ?

  The SAP error message F5904, "The posting date is not available," typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document with a posting date that is not valid in the system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Closed Periods: The posting date falls within a financial period that has already been closed. In SAP, once a period is closed, no further postings can be made to that period.
  Date Restrictions: There may be specific date restrictions set in the configuration that prevent postings on certain dates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  Calendar Settings: The fiscal calendar may not include the date you are trying to use for posting.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting dates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the posting date falls within an open period. You can do this by checking the period status in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Fiscal Year Variant).
  Change Posting Date: If the period is closed, consider changing the posting date to a valid open period.
  Adjust Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant and ensure that the date you are trying to post is included.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the posting date or period status, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and maintain the open and closed periods.
  FBL1N, FBL3N, FBL5N: To view line items for vendors, G/L accounts, and customers, respectively.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial postings and period management for more detailed information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.