How To Fix FR304 - Only one interval possible for posting date; others are ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Only one interval possible for posting date; others are ignored

What causes this issue?

Only an interval may be given for the posting date. This is the only way
to ensure a complete update of the document journal.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Only the first interval given is considered, the system will ignore
all others.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR304 - Only one interval possible for posting date; others are ignored ?

  The SAP error message FR304 ("Only one interval possible for posting date; others are ignored") typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with the configuration of posting periods or intervals in the system. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple intervals for the posting date, but it can only process one interval at a time.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Posting Periods: The error usually arises when there are multiple posting periods defined for the same date, which confuses the system as it expects only one valid interval for the posting date.
  Configuration Issues: It may also be due to incorrect configuration in the financial accounting settings, such as overlapping posting periods or incorrect date ranges.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have specific posting period settings that conflict with the general settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Review the posting periods defined in the system. Ensure that there are no overlapping intervals for the same date. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) and checking the defined intervals.
  Adjust Configuration: If you find overlapping intervals, adjust the configuration to ensure that each date has only one valid posting period. This may involve closing certain periods or redefining the intervals.
  Document Type Review: Check the settings for the document types being used for the posting. Ensure that they are configured correctly and do not conflict with the posting periods.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To maintain posting periods.
  OB29: To configure document types and their settings.
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on financial posting configurations and error handling.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR304 error and ensure that your posting periods are correctly configured.