How To Fix FI_IT_DNC004 - Posting date &1 not chronological; document &2 was posted at a later date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Posting date &1 not chronological; document &2 was posted at a later date

What causes this issue?

You have tried to post an invoice with an invalid date. For documents
assigned to an internal number range, you cannot create a document with
a date that is earlier than the date of a document that has already been
posted.
Invoices assigned to a VAT register must be numbered chronologically.

System Response

The system does not let you post your document.

How to fix this error?

Change the date on the invoice accordingly.

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_DNC004 - Posting date &1 not chronological; document &2 was posted at a later date ?

  The SAP error message FI_IT_DNC004 indicates that there is a chronological issue with the posting dates of financial documents. Specifically, it means that the posting date of the document you are trying to post is earlier than the posting date of another document that has already been posted. This can occur in various financial transactions, such as journal entries, invoices, or other postings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Chronological Posting Requirement: SAP requires that financial documents be posted in chronological order. If you attempt to post a document with a date that is earlier than a document that has already been posted, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Posting Date: The posting date you are using may be incorrect or not aligned with the intended transaction timeline.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific rules regarding posting dates that must be adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Dates: Review the posting dates of the documents involved. Ensure that the posting date of the document you are trying to post is later than all previously posted documents.
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date of your document is incorrect, change it to a date that is later than the last posted document.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check the document flow and identify the last posted document's date.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct posting date, consult with your finance team or the person responsible for financial postings to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Check Configuration: In some cases, the configuration settings in SAP may need to be reviewed to ensure that they align with your organization's posting policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB03 (Display Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to navigate and troubleshoot postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidelines on posting documents in the FI module.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post documents in the system, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI_IT_DNC004 error and successfully post your financial documents in SAP.