How To Fix FCIWCU003 - Non-permitted posting period &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCIWCU - Messages Customizing CS extractors

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Non-permitted posting period &4

What causes this issue?

Consolidation frequency &V3& is specified in version &V2& for
consolidation group &V1&.
Posting period &V4&, however, is not permitted for this consolidation
frequency.

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

System Response

The system cannot output a cumulated value for this posting period.

How to fix this error?

You can eliminate this problem by making <ZK>one</> of the following
changes:
Change the selections for the DataSource so that they no longer contain
posting period &V4&.
Specify another consolidation frequency for consolidation group &V1&.
Change the definition of consolidation frequency &V3& .

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCIWCU003 - Non-permitted posting period &4 ?

  The SAP error message FCIWCU003: Non-permitted posting period &4 typically occurs when a user attempts to post a financial transaction in a period that is not open for posting in the system. This is a common issue in financial modules, particularly in SAP FI (Financial Accounting) and CO (Controlling).
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common cause is that the posting period for the transaction date is closed. In SAP, posting periods are defined in the configuration, and they can be closed for various reasons, such as month-end or year-end closing processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the financial accounting configuration may restrict postings to certain periods based on company codes or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Check the posting period settings for the relevant company code and ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  If necessary, open the period for posting by adjusting the date ranges.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Date:
  
  If the posting period is closed and cannot be opened, consider adjusting the transaction date to a period that is open for posting.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about opening a posting period or if it is against company policy, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial accounting module to ensure that there are no restrictions that prevent postings in certain periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To check and change posting periods.
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  F-02: To post journal entries.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting periods.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on posting periods and financial transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FCIWCU003 and successfully post your financial transactions.