How To Fix FKK_FVA051 - Posting date differs from period end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_FVA - FI-CA: FVA message class

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Posting date differs from period end date

What causes this issue?

Only relevant if value adjustments and associated foreign currency
valuations shall be transferred to General Ledger to analyze credit loss
allowance.
The posting date &V1& differs from the period end date &V2& for company
code &V3&.

This is valid for at least one more company code.

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?

Change the posting date fitting to the period end date of the company
code. In case there are several company codes with different period end
dates, specify for each company code a separate run with the
corresponding posting date.

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 FKK_FVA051 - Posting date differs from period end date ?

  The SAP error message FKK_FVA051 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the posting date of a financial transaction and the period end date in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction that falls outside the allowed posting period.
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date vs. Period End Date: The posting date of the transaction is outside the defined posting period. For example, if the posting date is set to a date in the next fiscal period or a closed period, the system will prevent the posting.
  Period Control Settings: The period control settings in the configuration may restrict postings to certain periods, and if the transaction does not comply with these settings, the error will occur.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific restrictions regarding posting dates and periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date of the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that it falls within the open posting periods defined in your system.
  Open Posting Periods: Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed posting periods. If necessary, extend the open period to include the posting date of your transaction.
  Adjust Document Type Settings: If the document type has specific restrictions, review the configuration for that document type to ensure it allows postings for the desired dates.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing posting periods or document types, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Ensure you are using the correct transaction codes for posting, as some may have different rules regarding posting dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage open and closed posting periods.
  FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N: To view line items for vendors, G/L accounts, and customers, respectively.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on FI-CA and period control settings for a deeper understanding of how posting periods are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your transaction.