How To Fix GLE_MCA198 - Enter posting date and posting period for reversal posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Enter posting date and posting period for reversal posting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA198 - Enter posting date and posting period for reversal posting ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA198, which states "Enter posting date and posting period for reversal posting," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a reversal posting in the SAP system, but the required fields for the posting date and posting period are not filled in or are incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fields: The posting date and posting period fields are not filled in when attempting to reverse a document.
  Invalid Posting Period: The posting period you are trying to use for the reversal may be closed or not open for posting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict the reversal postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Required Fields: Ensure that you enter the posting date and posting period in the reversal posting screen. These fields are mandatory for the reversal process.
  Check Posting Period: Verify that the posting period you are trying to use is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to see if the period is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  Use Correct Dates: Make sure that the posting date is within the allowed range for the posting period. The posting date should not be in a future period unless your configuration allows it.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to document reversal in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent the reversal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FB08: Used for reversing accounting documents.
  OB52: Used to maintain posting periods.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document reversal and posting periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform reversal postings.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.