How To Fix FAR_MAN_BS_MSG017 - Statement date &1 is after date &2 of a statement with a higher number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_MAN_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Statement date &1 is after date &2 of a statement with a higher number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG017 - Statement date &1 is after date &2 of a statement with a higher number. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG017 indicates that there is a date inconsistency in the financial accounting records, specifically related to the statement dates in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. The error message suggests that the statement date you are trying to process is after the date of a previous statement with a higher number, which violates the chronological order of statements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Inconsistency: The statement date you are trying to enter is later than the date of an existing statement with a higher number. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to post a new statement that should logically come before an already posted statement.
  There may have been manual entries or adjustments that have caused the dates to be out of order.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have mistakenly entered the wrong date for the new statement.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that are not aligned with the business processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Statements: Review the existing statements in the system to identify the statement with the higher number and its date. Ensure that the new statement date is earlier than this date.
  
  
  Adjust the Statement Date: If the new statement date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that is earlier than the date of the existing statement.
  
  
  Repost Statements: If necessary, you may need to reverse or adjust the existing statements to allow for the new statement to be posted correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling statement dates in your version of SAP.
  
  
  System Configuration Review: If this issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items), or F-02 (General Posting) to review and manage asset statements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to post or modify asset statements.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.