How To Fix FMBGA022 - Document can only be reversed in period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMBGA - Messages for Public-Owned Commercial Operations

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Document can only be reversed in period &2

What causes this issue?

You want to undo a tax adjustment posting for document &V1& that was
posted in period &V2&. However, you have selected a posting date for the
reversal document that is in period &V3& or have entered period &V3&
directly as the posting period.
The reversal of the input tax adjustment document is only allowed when
the reversal posting occurs in the same period in which the
corresponding input tax adjustment occurred.

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?

Enter a posting date in period &V2& for the reversal of the document, or
enter period &V2& if it is a special period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBGA022 - Document can only be reversed in period &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMBGA022, which states "Document can only be reversed in period &2," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to reverse a document in a period that is closed or not open for posting.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common cause of this error is that the posting period for the document you are trying to reverse is closed. In SAP, financial periods are often closed at the end of a month or year to prevent further postings.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict reversals in certain periods based on company policy or accounting practices.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific rules regarding reversals, which could lead to this error if the document type does not allow reversals in the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Open the Posting Period: If you have the necessary authorization, you can open the posting period in which the document was created. This can be done through the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  
  Navigate to the appropriate period and adjust the settings to allow postings.
  
  
  Reverse in the Correct Period: If the period cannot be opened, you may need to reverse the document in the period specified in the error message (period &2). Ensure that you are working within the allowed posting periods.
  Check Document Type Settings: Review the configuration for the document type you are working with to ensure that it allows reversals in the desired periods.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of opening a posting period or if you lack the necessary permissions, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB08: Reverse Document
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods or reverse documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or updates from SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on posting periods and document reversals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FMBGA022 error and successfully reverse the document if it is within the allowed parameters.