How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES460 - Start of fixed period cannot be after & (posting exists)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Start of fixed period cannot be after & (posting exists)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES460 - Start of fixed period cannot be after & (posting exists) ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES460 indicates that there is an issue with the fixed period settings in the system. Specifically, it means that the start date of a fixed period cannot be set after a date for which there are already postings in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where fixed periods are used for planning, budgeting, or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Postings: The primary cause of this error is that there are already financial transactions or postings recorded in the system for a date that is earlier than the start date you are trying to set for the fixed period.
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The configuration of the fixed period may not align with the existing data in the system, leading to conflicts.
  Period Locking: The system may have certain periods locked for posting, which can also lead to this error if you attempt to change the