How To Fix FI_IT_DNC003 - Posting on date &1 is not possible; date &2 is locked by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_IT_DNC - Messages for document numbering checks in Italy

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Posting on date &1 is not possible; date &2 is locked by &3

What causes this issue?

Another user is currently creating a document with a date that is
earlier or later than the date in your document. To ensure that all
invoices assigned to a VAT register are numbered chronologically, the
other user must save their document first before you try to create your
document.

System Response

The system does not let you post your document.

How to fix this error?

Try again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_IT_DNC003 - Posting on date &1 is not possible; date &2 is locked by &3 ?

  The SAP error message FI_IT_DNC003 indicates that a posting cannot be made on a specific date because that date is locked by another user or process. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings, where certain periods may be closed or locked to prevent further changes.
  Cause:
  
  Period Locking: The date you are trying to post to is locked because the financial period has been closed. This is a common practice in financial accounting to ensure that no further changes can be made to finalized periods.
  User Lock: Another user may have locked the date for their own transactions, preventing others from posting on that date.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict postings to certain dates based on business rules or settings in the financial module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the financial period is indeed closed. You can do this by checking the period status in the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily if your business process allows for it. This typically requires authorization.
  
  
  
  Identify the Locking User: If the date is locked by another user, you can check who has locked the date. You can use transaction code SM12 (Display and Delete Lock Entries) to see if there are any active locks on the date in question.
  
  If you find a lock, you may need to contact the user who has the lock to coordinate the posting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: If the date is locked and cannot be opened, consider posting to a different date that is open and valid for your transaction.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of opening a closed period or if you need to make an exception, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To check and manage posting periods.
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods or manage locks.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling financial postings and period management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your posting in SAP.