How To Fix FARR_PROD_CLEANUP014 - Posting date is in future period &1 for company code &2/acct.principle &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_PROD_CLEANUP - Clean-Up and Reversal of Productive Data

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Posting date is in future period &1 for company code &2/acct.principle &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_PROD_CLEANUP014 - Posting date is in future period &1 for company code &2/acct.principle &3 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_PROD_CLEANUP014 indicates that there is an attempt to post a transaction with a posting date that falls into a future period, which is not allowed based on the configuration of the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to perform actions such as posting asset transactions, running depreciation, or executing other related processes.
  Cause:
  
  Future Posting Date: The posting date specified in the transaction is set to a date that is beyond the current accounting period.
  Period Locking: The accounting period for the company code is closed or locked for posting, preventing any transactions from being posted in that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict postings to certain periods, and the date provided does not comply with these settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Review the posting date in the transaction and ensure it is set to a date that is within the current or open accounting period.
  Open Periods: Verify the status of the accounting periods in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Open and Close Posting Periods") to check if the period is open for posting.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings to allow postings in future periods, but be cautious as this can have implications for financial reporting and compliance.
  Transaction Correction: If the posting date is indeed in the future and should not be, correct the transaction to use an appropriate date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's policies on posting periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and modify the open and closed posting periods.
  F-90: For asset acquisition postings.
  AFAB: For running depreciation.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your transaction. If the issue persists, further investigation into the specific configuration and user settings may be required.