How To Fix FISA_LOC571 - Document date is in future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FISA_LOC - FI Localization for KSA

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Document date is in future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FISA_LOC571 - Document date is in future ?

  The SAP error message FISA_LOC571: Document date is in future typically occurs when a user attempts to post a financial document (such as an invoice or journal entry) with a document date that is set to a future date. This is a common validation check in SAP to prevent users from posting transactions that are not yet valid in the current accounting period.
  Cause:
  
  Future Document Date: The document date entered is later than the current system date.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict postings to the current date or earlier dates only.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a future date instead of the intended date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Document Date: 
  
  Review the document date in the transaction you are trying to post.
  Change the document date to the current date or a past date that is valid for posting.
  
  
  
  Check System Date: 
  
  Ensure that the system date is correct. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period: 
  
  Check if the posting period is open for the date you are trying to use. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or use a different date.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator: 
  
  If you believe the posting should be allowed, consult with your SAP administrator to review the configuration settings related to document posting.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  If this is a recurring issue, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter document dates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or F-02 (General Posting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on posting financial documents and the implications of document dates.
  
  By addressing the document date and ensuring it aligns with the current date and open posting periods, you should be able to resolve the FISA_LOC571 error.