How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST123 - Postings exist for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Postings exist for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST123 - Postings exist for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST123 indicates that there are existing postings for the specified company code, which prevents certain actions from being performed, such as closing a period or making changes to the configuration.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  There are open accounting periods for the specified company code.
  There are existing financial documents or postings that have not been cleared or reversed.
  The company code is involved in transactions that are still active or pending.
  Certain configuration changes are being attempted while there are still active postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Open Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed periods for the company code. Ensure that the period you are trying to work with is open.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Postings:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review any existing postings related to the company code. Identify and resolve any outstanding documents.
  
  
  
  Clear or Reverse Postings:
  
  If there are postings that need to be cleared or reversed, use the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., FB08 for reversing documents) to do so.
  
  
  
  Check for Pending Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no pending transactions that could be causing the issue. This includes checking for any unprocessed invoices, payments, or other financial transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which postings are causing the issue, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have insights into specific transactions that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during configuration changes, ensure that all necessary postings are cleared before making changes to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change View "Open and Closed Periods"
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FB08: Reverse Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and document management for best practices on handling postings and periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.