How To Fix FMCA_INCORR013 - Period &1 is the last valid period for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_INCORR - Messages for Inbound Correspondence

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Period &1 is the last valid period for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_INCORR013 - Period &1 is the last valid period for &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_INCORR013 indicates that you are trying to post a transaction in a period that is not valid for the specified object (e.g., a fund, cost center, or internal order). The message states that the specified period (&1) is the last valid period for the specified object (&2), meaning that no further postings can be made in subsequent periods.
  Cause:
  
  Period Closure: The financial period you are trying to post to has been closed. In SAP, periods are typically closed at the end of a fiscal year or fiscal period to prevent further postings.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the fiscal year variant may restrict postings to certain periods.
  Fund Management: If you are working with funds, the fund may have been set up to only allow postings up to a certain period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the period you are trying to post to. You can do this by checking the period status in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OB52 for controlling periods).
  Open the Period: If you need to post to that period, you may need to open it again. This can be done by adjusting the period settings in the configuration (transaction code OB52).
  Post to Valid Period: If the period cannot be opened, you will need to post your transaction to a valid period that is still open.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant and fund management to ensure they align with your posting requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To manage the open and closed periods for financial accounting.
  FMAVCR01: To check the availability control for funds.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to fiscal year variants and period closing procedures for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change period statuses or make postings.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting or fund management within SAP.