How To Fix FR485 - For an update run, close the affected posting periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 485

• Message text: For an update run, close the affected posting periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR485 - For an update run, close the affected posting periods ?

  The SAP error message FR485 typically indicates that there is an issue with the posting periods in the financial module. Specifically, it suggests that the posting periods for the affected company code are closed, which prevents any further postings or updates from being made for that period.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The most common cause of this error is that the posting periods for the relevant company code have been closed in the system. This means that no transactions can be posted for those periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that restrict postings to certain periods, which could lead to this error if an attempt is made to post to a closed period.
  Incorrect Date: The transaction date being used may fall within a closed period, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Open the Posting Period:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OB52 (or use the menu path: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Check the settings for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  If necessary, adjust the posting periods to allow postings for the required dates.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date you are trying to post is within an open posting period. If it is not, either change the transaction date or open the required posting period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to posting periods in the financial accounting module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about opening a posting period or if it is against company policy, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Items
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Items
  FBL5N: Customer Line Items
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing posting periods and related financial processes.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods, as this may be restricted to certain user roles within the organization.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR485 error and successfully complete your update run.