How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES804 - Enter the posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Enter the posting date

What causes this issue?

You have indicated that the accruals/deferrals are to be posted.
Therefore you need to enter a posting date.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES804 - Enter the posting date ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES804 typically indicates that a posting date is required for a transaction or entry you are trying to process. This error can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in financial transactions where a posting date is essential for recording the transaction in the correct accounting period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Posting Date: The most common cause of this error is that the posting date field has not been filled in the transaction screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a posting date for certain types of transactions.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the posting date or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Posting Date: The immediate solution is to locate the posting date field in the transaction screen and enter a valid date. Ensure that the date is within the allowed posting periods defined in your SAP system.
  Check Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting) to see if there are any mandatory fields that need to be set.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering a posting date and how to do it correctly in the transaction screens.
  System Updates: If the error persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any system updates or patches that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., FB01 for document posting, F-02 for general posting, etc.).
  Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting date you are entering falls within an open posting period. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand the requirements for posting dates.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.