How To Fix FICUSTOM299 - Period for document date must be identical to document period (&1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Period for document date must be identical to document period (&1/&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM299 - Period for document date must be identical to document period (&1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM299 indicates that there is a mismatch between the document date and the document period in your financial transaction. Specifically, the error states that the period for the document date must be identical to the document period specified in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Date and Period Mismatch: The document date you entered does not fall within the specified posting period. For example, if the document date is in January but the document period is set to February, this error will be triggered.
  Period Locking: The posting period may be closed or locked for the specified document type, preventing any postings outside of the allowed periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict posting to certain periods based on the document date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Date: Verify the document date you have entered. Ensure that it falls within the allowed posting period.
  Check Document Period: Review the document period that is being used. Make sure it corresponds to the document date.
  Adjust Posting Period: If necessary, you can change the posting period to match the document date. This can be done in the transaction where you are entering the document.
  Open Posting Period: If the period is closed, you may need to open it in the configuration settings (transaction code OB52) if you have the necessary permissions. This should be done with caution and typically requires approval from your finance team.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing periods or if the error persists, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), OB52 (Open/Close Posting Periods), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check and adjust your entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding posting periods and document types to understand the rules and configurations that apply to your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICUSTOM299 error and successfully post your financial documents.