How To Fix FVD_CAPTR245 - The month-end indicator has been set automatically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_CAPTR - Messages for the Capital Transfer

• Message number: 245

• Message text: The month-end indicator has been set automatically

What causes this issue?

You have entered the last day of a month as the transfer key date. The
system has set the month-end indicator.

System Response

You can fix whether the month-end indicator is to be set by the system
automatically in the general control data in the Customizing settings.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_CAPTR245 - The month-end indicator has been set automatically ?

  The SAP error message FVD_CAPTR245 indicates that the month-end indicator has been set automatically in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or processes that are related to month-end closing activities.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system automatically sets the month-end indicator for a financial transaction or document. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Automatic Month-End Closing: The system may have been configured to automatically set the month-end indicator for certain transactions as part of the month-end closing process.
  Configuration Settings: Specific settings in the financial module (like SAP FI or SAP CO) may dictate that certain transactions are marked with a month-end indicator based on predefined criteria.
  User Actions: A user may have performed an action that led to the automatic setting of the month-end indicator, such as posting a transaction that is linked to month-end processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the financial module to understand why the month-end indicator is being set automatically. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like OB52 (for fiscal year variant) or other relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  Check Transaction Details: Look into the specific transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the transaction is valid for processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on handling month-end indicators and related processes.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is related to user actions, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to handle transactions that may affect month-end closing.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration or user actions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), and others that may be involved in financial postings.
  Month-End Closing Process: Understand the overall month-end closing process in SAP, including the roles of various financial documents and how they interact with the month-end indicator.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates that address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.