How To Fix FIBRREI005 - Period & is closed. It is not possible to send an exclusion file.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIBRREI - EFD-Reinf Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Period & is closed. It is not possible to send an exclusion file.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to send an exclusion file for a declaration period that
was already closed by an R-2099 file.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Send an R-2098 file to open the declaration period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIBRREI005 - Period & is closed. It is not possible to send an exclusion file. ?

  The SAP error message FIBRREI005 indicates that a specific period is closed, and as a result, it is not possible to send an exclusion file. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting, particularly when dealing with the integration of financial data or the processing of exclusion files in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The primary cause of this error is that the financial period you are trying to process is closed. In SAP, once a financial period is closed, no further postings or adjustments can be made for that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that prevent transactions from being processed in closed periods.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in a closed period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the financial period in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant financial transaction or reporting area in SAP and checking the period settings.
  Open the Period: If it is necessary to process the exclusion file for that period, you may need to open the period again. This typically requires appropriate authorization and should be done with caution, as it can affect financial reporting.
  
  To open a period, you can use transaction code OB52 (for controlling periods) or OB29 (for financial accounting periods) depending on your configuration.
  
  
  Adjust the Exclusion File: If the exclusion file is not critical for the closed period, consider adjusting your process to handle the exclusion file in an open period instead.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of opening a closed period, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions in the closed period. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 and OB29 for managing periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to financial period management and exclusion file processing for more detailed procedures and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your financial processes in SAP.