How To Fix FVD_DEFCAP071 - Calculation date &1 is before due date for the most recent open item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEFCAP - Deferral/Capitalization

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Calculation date &1 is before due date for the most recent open item &2

What causes this issue?

The selected posting date is before the latest due date of the
capitalized open items.

System Response

The system outputs an error message, which prevents you from posting
items.

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_DEFCAP071 - Calculation date &1 is before due date for the most recent open item &2 ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP071 indicates that there is a calculation date that is earlier than the due date of the most recent open item in the system. This typically occurs in financial transactions or processes where the system expects the calculation date to be on or after the due date of any outstanding items.
  Cause:
  
  Calculation Date Issue: The calculation date you are trying to use is set before the due date of an open item. This can happen if you are trying to perform a calculation or a transaction that requires the calculation date to be current or future relative to the due date of open items.
  Open Items: There are outstanding invoices, payments, or other financial items that have not been cleared or settled, and their due dates are later than the calculation date you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust Calculation Date: Change the calculation date to a date that is on or after the due date of the most recent open item. This is the most straightforward solution.
  Review Open Items: Check the open items in the system to understand their due dates. You can do this by navigating to the relevant financial transaction or report that lists open items.
  Clear Open Items: If appropriate, consider clearing or settling the open items if they are no longer valid or if they have been resolved. This may involve processing payments or adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling open items and calculation dates in your particular module (e.g., Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to review open items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or updates that may address specific scenarios.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the relevant financial data in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the financial module you are working with.