How To Fix FI_E063 - FM posting date's period does not match period defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 063

• Message text: FM posting date's period does not match period defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E063 - FM posting date's period does not match period defined ?

  The SAP error message FI_E063 indicates that there is a mismatch between the posting date of a financial document and the period defined in the system for that date. This typically occurs during the posting of financial documents, such as invoices or journal entries, when the posting date falls outside the allowed periods for the company code.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Outside Open Periods: The posting date you are trying to use is in a period that is not open for posting in the financial accounting module.
  Period Locking: The financial periods may be closed for the current fiscal year or the previous fiscal year, preventing postings in those periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial accounting module that restrict postings to certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you are using. Ensure that it falls within an open period for the company code.
  Open Periods: Go to the transaction code OB52 (or use the menu path: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Open and Close Posting Periods) to check the open and closed periods for your company code. If necessary, open the required period for posting.
  Adjust Document Date: If the posting date is not critical, consider changing the document date to a date that falls within an open period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about opening periods or the implications of doing so, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for your organization’s posting requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FB01: To post financial documents.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items.
  FBL3N: To view G/L account line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial posting periods and their management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI_E063 error and successfully post your financial documents.