How To Fix G5370 - The posting period entered <> & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 370

• Message text: The posting period entered <> & &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5370 - The posting period entered <> & &. ?

  The SAP error message G5370, which states "The posting period entered <> & &," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that is either closed or not open for posting in the system. This error is related to the posting periods defined in the financial accounting module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use has been closed for posting. This can happen if the period has been closed in the financial settings.
  Incorrect Period Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect posting period that does not match the allowed periods in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the posting periods may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to post in the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Verify if the posting period you are trying to use is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily for the posting or adjust your posting to a valid period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date:
  
  If the posting date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid open posting period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for posting periods is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the fiscal year variant and the associated posting periods.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about opening a posting period or making changes, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To check and change posting periods.
  FBL1N/FBL3N/FBL5N: To view line items for vendors, G/L accounts, and customers, respectively.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to posting periods.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing posting periods and fiscal year settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G5370 error and successfully post your transactions in SAP.