How To Fix FQ256 - Company code is not assigned to a posting day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Company code is not assigned to a posting day

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ256 - Company code is not assigned to a posting day ?

  The SAP error message FQ256, which states "Company code is not assigned to a posting day," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the posting of documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that the company code you are trying to use is not linked to the specific posting day in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The company code is not assigned to the posting period or posting day in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Date: The date you are trying to post may not be open for posting in the financial settings.
  Period Locking: The posting period may be closed or locked for the company code, preventing any postings on that date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FQ256 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Ensure that the company code is assigned to the correct posting period and that the posting day is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period:
  
  If the posting period is closed, you can open it by adjusting the settings in the same transaction (OB52). Make sure the relevant period is open for the company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Document Date:
  
  Ensure that the document date you are trying to post falls within an open posting period for the company code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the company code is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have access to make these changes, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to ensure that the necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items (if applicable).
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing posting periods and company code settings.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to posting periods and company code settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FQ256 error and successfully post your financial documents.