How To Fix FCMLHELP028 - The posting period of the operation record is greater than 99.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCMLHELP - HelpDesk

• Message number: 028

• Message text: The posting period of the operation record is greater than 99.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCMLHELP028 - The posting period of the operation record is greater than 99. ?

  The SAP error message FCMLHELP028 indicates that the posting period of the operation record exceeds the maximum allowed value of 99. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings or operations that are time-sensitive, such as those related to asset accounting or financial closing processes.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Period Configuration: The system is configured to allow only a limited number of posting periods (usually 12 for monthly periods or 4 for quarterly periods). If an operation record is trying to reference a posting period greater than what is configured, this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where the posting period was incorrectly specified.
  System Date Settings: The system date settings may be misconfigured, leading to incorrect posting period calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OB52) and verify the allowed posting periods. Ensure that the periods are set correctly and that the current date falls within the allowed range.
  
  
  
  Review the Operation Record:
  
  Check the specific operation record that is causing the error. Ensure that the posting period is correctly specified and does not exceed the allowed range.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Posting Period:
  
  If the posting period is indeed greater than 99, you will need to adjust it to a valid period. This may involve changing the date of the transaction or the period in which the operation is being recorded.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct posting period or how to adjust it, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
  
  
  
  System Date Check:
  
  Ensure that the system date is set correctly. If the system date is incorrect, it may lead to miscalculations of the posting periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To maintain the posting period variant.
  FBL1N, FBL3N, FBL5N: To check vendor, G/L, and customer line items respectively.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial posting periods and asset accounting for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCMLHELP028 error and ensure that your posting periods are correctly configured and utilized.