How To Fix FMEUF098 - Posting date interval of link to FS &1 must not be larger than &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Posting date interval of link to FS &1 must not be larger than &2 to &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF098 - Posting date interval of link to FS &1 must not be larger than &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF098 indicates that there is an issue with the posting date interval for a link to a financial statement (FS). Specifically, the error states that the posting date interval must not exceed a certain range defined by the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document or perform a financial operation that involves a date range that is larger than what is allowed by the system settings. The error message specifies that the posting date interval of the link to the financial statement (FS) must not be larger than the defined limits (from &2 to &3).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Dates: Review the posting dates of the documents you are trying to process. Ensure that the dates fall within the allowed range specified in the error message.
  
  
  Adjust Date Range: If you are trying to post documents with dates that exceed the allowed range, you may need to adjust the posting dates to fit within the specified limits.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If the date range needs to be adjusted for business reasons, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or financial team to modify the configuration settings that define the allowed posting date intervals.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB52 (to maintain the posting period) to check and adjust the allowed posting periods if necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific financial statement and its configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the posting again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (to post documents), FBL1N (to display vendor line items), and FBL3N (to display G/L account line items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to posting periods or financial statements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.