How To Fix GC840 - Post in special period &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Post in special period &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC840 - Post in special period & ?

  The SAP error message GC840 typically indicates an issue related to posting in a special period. This error can occur in the context of financial accounting and controlling when trying to post transactions in a special period that is not open or not allowed for posting.
  Cause:
  
  Special Period Not Open: The special period you are trying to post to is not open in the system.
  Posting Period Configuration: The configuration for the posting periods may not allow postings in the special period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the special period.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may have restrictions on posting to special periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview).
  Verify that the special period you are trying to post to is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  If the special period is not open, you may need to open it by adjusting the settings in OB52.
  Ensure that the special periods are correctly defined and that the relevant periods are set to allow postings.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to post in special periods. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the document type being used to ensure it allows postings in special periods. This can be checked in transaction OBA7 (Document Types).
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or need to make changes, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  OBA7: Document Types
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting in special periods.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting and controlling for more detailed information on posting periods and special periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC840 error and successfully post in the desired special period.