How To Fix FMCA_INCORR061 - Period &1 is after period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_INCORR - Messages for Inbound Correspondence

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Period &1 is after period &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_INCORR061 - Period &1 is after period &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_INCORR061 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the fiscal periods being processed. Specifically, the error message states that "Period &1 is after period &2," meaning that the system is trying to process a transaction or a document in a period that is later than the period that is currently open or allowed for posting.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Period: The transaction is being attempted in a period that is not open for posting.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant or posting periods may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Document Date: The document date may fall into a closed period, while the posting date is in an open period.
  Period Locking: The periods may be locked for certain types of transactions, preventing postings in those periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed posting periods for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Dates:
  
  Review the document date and posting date of the transaction. Ensure that both dates are within the open periods.
  
  
  
  Change Posting Period:
  
  If necessary, you can change the posting period in the transaction to a valid open period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, review the configuration of the fiscal year variant and posting periods to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing periods or configurations, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To maintain the open and closed posting periods.
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  FBL1N: To display vendor line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on fiscal year variants and posting periods for a better understanding of how they work.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMCA_INCORR061 error and successfully process your transactions.