How To Fix FINS_FI_SIF529 - Reposting of documents in specified company codes is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_SIF - SAP S/4HANA Finance: Subsequent Implementation of Functions

• Message number: 529

• Message text: Reposting of documents in specified company codes is not allowed

What causes this issue?

In company codes &V1&<(>,<)> the document splitting was introduced
subsequently. For this reason, in order to avoid data inconsistency, it
is not allowed retrospectively to process the document splitting and to
repost documents into Universal Journal.

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?

You can configure this message according to your requirements.
To change the message, choose
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBOBA5BELE>Change Message Control for Document
Processing</> in Customizing for global settings in Financial
Accounting.
You can find the application area and message number in the technical
information.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF529 - Reposting of documents in specified company codes is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF529 indicates that the reposting of documents in the specified company codes is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of financial document processing, particularly when trying to repost or adjust financial documents in a company code where such actions are restricted.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The company code may have specific settings that prevent reposting of documents. This could be due to configuration in the financial accounting module (FI) that restricts certain actions.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on reposting based on the business processes defined in the system.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any changes to documents within that period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform reposting actions in the specified company code.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow reposting, such as being archived or already cleared.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the company code in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that reposting is allowed for the relevant document types.
  
  Transaction Code: OBY6 (for company code settings)
  Transaction Code: OBA7 (for document types)
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the relevant company code. You can check and open posting periods using:
  
  Transaction Code: OB52
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform reposting actions. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  Transaction Code: SU01 (to check user details)
  
  
  
  Document Status: Check the status of the document you are trying to repost. If it is archived or cleared, you may need to reverse or adjust it differently.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration and policies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial document processing, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  FB01: Post Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.