How To Fix FQ251 - Setting posting date not possible &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Setting posting date not possible &1

What causes this issue?

It was stipulated in Customizng that the posting day must be entered in
every accounting document.
No posting day has been maintained for &V1& in the system.

System Response

The document cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Enter a postings day for this company code in customizing for <ls>Funds
Management for Germany</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ251 - Setting posting date not possible &1 ?

  The SAP error message FQ251 ("Setting posting date not possible &1") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document postings in the SAP system. This error indicates that the posting date you are trying to set is not valid for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Periods: The posting date falls within a financial period that has already been closed. In SAP, once a financial period is closed, no further postings can be made to that period.
  Invalid Date: The posting date may be outside the allowed range defined in the system settings (e.g., before the start of the fiscal year or after the end of the fiscal year).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific restrictions on the posting dates that can be used.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial accounting module may restrict posting dates based on various criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify if the financial period for the posting date is open. You can do this by checking the period status in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Fiscal Year Variant).
  Adjust Posting Date: Change the posting date to a valid date that falls within an open period.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check if the document type you are using has any specific restrictions regarding posting dates. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct posting date or if there are specific business rules that apply, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may require adjustments in the system configuration. This should be done by a qualified SAP consultant or system administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and maintain the open and closed periods.
  FB01: To post a document.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand the implications of posting dates and period management.
  
  If the error persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.