How To Fix GK090 - &1 document(s) posted for document type &2, period &3 and year &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 090

• Message text: &1 document(s) posted for document type &2, period &3 and year &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK090 - &1 document(s) posted for document type &2, period &3 and year &4 ?

  The SAP error message GK090 typically indicates that there is an issue with posting documents in the specified period and year for a particular document type. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly in financial accounting and controlling modules.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The most common cause of this error is that the specified posting period is closed. In SAP, periods can be closed for posting to prevent any further entries.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on posting in specific periods or years.
  Fiscal Year Variant Settings: The fiscal year variant settings may not allow postings in the specified period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period or document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Open the Period: If the period is closed, you can open it for posting. This can be done by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Periods": Overview) and adjusting the period settings.
  Check Document Type Settings: Review the configuration for the document type in transaction code OBA7 to ensure that it allows postings in the desired period.
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29 to ensure that the period is open for posting.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents in the specified period and document type. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  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 View "Periods": Overview
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  OB29: Fiscal Year Variant Configuration
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting and controlling to understand the implications of posting periods and document types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.