How To Fix FMBGA049 - Reporting period (&1) deviates from posting period (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Reporting period (&1) deviates from posting period (&2)

What causes this issue?

You have a selected period &V1& as a reporting period, but want to post
in period &V2&. This causes all backdated cash discount and tax
calculations from period &V1& to be reported in period &V2&.

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?

Check the posting date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMBGA049 - Reporting period (&1) deviates from posting period (&2) ?

  The SAP error message FMBGA049 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the reporting period and the posting period in the financial module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that is not aligned with the designated reporting period.
  Cause:
  
  Period Closure: The posting period may be closed for financial transactions, while the reporting period is still open.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the fiscal year variant may not align with the periods defined in the system.
  User Error: The user may be trying to post a transaction in a period that is not allowed based on the current settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify the posting period settings in the system. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open for posting.
  
  Navigate to Transaction Code OB52 to check and adjust the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Review Reporting Period: Ensure that the reporting period is correctly set up and that it aligns with the posting periods.
  
  Check the configuration in Transaction Code OB29 to review the fiscal year variant settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Date: If the transaction date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the allowed posting period.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the periods or the implications of changing them, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  OB29: Fiscal Year Variant Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial posting and period management to understand the implications of changing periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMBGA049 error and successfully post your transaction.