How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001056 - Number of occurrences must not be lower than number of made postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Number of occurrences must not be lower than number of made postings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001056 - Number of occurrences must not be lower than number of made postings ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001056 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the number of occurrences specified in a posting and the actual number of postings made. This error typically arises in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with postings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The number of occurrences (e.g., the number of line items or entries) specified in the posting document is less than the actual number of postings that have been made. 
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry, configuration issues, or inconsistencies in the posting logic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Posting Document:
  
  Review the document you are trying to post. Ensure that the number of occurrences matches the number of line items you are trying to post.
  If you are using a batch input session or a program to create postings, verify that the data being fed into the system is correct.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Number of Occurrences:
  
  If you find that the number of occurrences is incorrectly set, adjust it to match the actual number of postings being made.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the posting process. Ensure that there are no settings that could lead to this discrepancy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the posting process and any related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the posting process to identify where the mismatch is occurring.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or others that may be involved in the posting process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in the posting process, review any user exits or BAdIs that may be affecting the posting behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FDC_POSTING_001056 error in your SAP system.