How To Fix K5032 - The entry made for the posting period is ignored.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K5 - CO Reconciliation Ledger

• Message number: 032

• Message text: The entry made for the posting period is ignored.

What causes this issue?

You entered posting period &V1&.
This does not match up with period &V2&, which is determined by posting
date &V3&.

System Response

The posting date normally determines the posting period.
The system only accepts the posting period as a special period if the
posting date is in the last period.

How to fix this error?

You can either change the posting date or the posting period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K5032 - The entry made for the posting period is ignored. ?

  The SAP error message K5032 ("The entry made for the posting period is ignored") typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with cost accounting or controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that the system is ignoring the entry for the specified posting period due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common reason for this error is that the posting period you are trying to use is closed. In SAP, posting periods can be closed for various reasons, such as month-end or year-end closing activities.
  
  
  Incorrect Period Settings: The settings for the posting periods in the controlling area or company code may not allow postings for the specified period.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting periods they can use.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling module that prevent postings in certain periods.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Period Status: Verify if the posting period is open. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (for financial accounting) or OKP1 (for controlling) to check the status of the posting periods.
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings: If the period is closed and you need to make a posting, you may need to temporarily open the period. This should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Ensure that the document type you are using allows postings in the desired period. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to posting periods in the controlling module.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide additional context that may help in troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for managing posting periods), OKP1 (for controlling area settings), and KSB1 (for displaying cost line items).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error K5032 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to posting periods and controlling to understand the implications of closing periods and how to manage them effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the controlling module.