How To Fix GLO_LOG_ES000 - Document cannot be posted for the date &1, date should be less than &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_LOG_ES - Message class for package GLO_LOG_ES

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Document cannot be posted for the date &1, date should be less than &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLO_LOG_ES000 - Document cannot be posted for the date &1, date should be less than &2. ?

  The SAP error message GLO_LOG_ES000 indicates that a document cannot be posted because the posting date is not valid. Specifically, the error message states that the date you are trying to use for posting is greater than a specified limit date. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Posting Date Issue: The posting date you are trying to use is later than the allowed date for posting transactions in the system. This is often controlled by the fiscal year settings or the period closing settings in SAP.
  Period Closing: The financial period may have been closed, preventing any postings in that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that restrict posting to certain dates, such as a cut-off date for financial transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Date: Verify the posting date you are trying to use. Ensure it is within the allowed range for the current fiscal year or period.
  Open the Period: If the period is closed, you may need to open it again. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Periods": Overview).
  Adjusting the period settings to allow postings for the required date.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing period settings, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  Use a Valid Date: If the date is indeed outside the allowed range, consider using a valid date for your posting that falls within the open periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: Check the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29 to understand the periods defined for your organization.
  Document Types: Different document types may have different posting rules. Ensure that the document type you are using allows postings for the date in question.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to your version of SAP or specific configurations.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post documents in the specified period.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your document.