How To Fix FMCF282 - Carryforward not possible; & open items selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCF -

• Message number: 282

• Message text: Carryforward not possible; & open items selected

What causes this issue?

The program has selected more than &V1& open items during the run.

System Response

This program is not designed for the carryforward of so many commitment
documents.

How to fix this error?

Use the program <DS:RE.RFFMCCF1>Closing Operations: Carryforward of Open
Items</> (RFFMCCF1).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCF282 - Carryforward not possible; & open items selected ?

  The SAP error message FMCF282, which states "Carryforward not possible; open items selected," typically occurs during the year-end closing process in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that there are open items in the system that prevent the carryforward of balances to the new fiscal year.
  Causes:
  
  Open Items: There are open items in the accounts that need to be cleared before the carryforward can be executed. This could include invoices, payments, or any other transactions that have not been fully processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the carryforward process may not be set up correctly, leading to issues during the execution.
  Locked Periods: The fiscal periods may be locked, preventing any changes or carryforward actions.
  Incomplete Transactions: There may be incomplete transactions that need to be finalized before the carryforward can occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Clear Open Items: Review the open items in the relevant accounts and clear them. This may involve processing payments, clearing invoices, or making necessary adjustments.
  
  Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to identify open items.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the carryforward configuration is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting module.
  
  You can review the settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under Financial Accounting > General Ledger Accounting > Periodic Processing > Carryforward Balances.
  
  
  
  Unlock Periods: If the fiscal periods are locked, you may need to unlock them temporarily to allow for the carryforward process. This can be done in the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Open and Close Posting Periods").
  
  
  Complete Transactions: Ensure that all transactions are completed and posted correctly. This may involve checking for any incomplete documents or transactions that need to be finalized.
  
  
  Run Reports: Use reports to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the carryforward to fail. Reports like S_ALR_87012357 (Balance Sheet) or S_ALR_87012358 (Profit and Loss Statement) can help in identifying issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on the carryforward process and troubleshooting tips.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the FMCF282 error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the open items and ensuring that all configurations and transactions are correct, you should be able to resolve the FMCF282 error and successfully carry forward balances to the new fiscal year.