How To Fix KA453 - Enter a posting date in fiscal year &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 453

• Message text: Enter a posting date in fiscal year &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA453 - Enter a posting date in fiscal year &1 ?

  The SAP error message KA453 "Enter a posting date in fiscal year &1" typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction in a fiscal year that is either closed or not open for posting. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Controlling (CO) when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Fiscal Year: The fiscal year you are trying to post to has been closed, meaning no further postings can be made to that year.
  Incorrect Posting Date: The posting date you entered does not fall within the open periods defined in the fiscal year variant.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant may not be correctly configured to allow postings for the specified date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Periods": Overview) to check the status of the fiscal year and the open/closed periods.
  Ensure that the fiscal year you are trying to post to is open for the period you are using.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date:
  
  If the fiscal year is closed, you may need to change the posting date to a date within an open period.
  Alternatively, if you need to post to a closed period, you may need to open that period temporarily in transaction OB52.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the fiscal year variant in transaction OB29 to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Make sure that the periods are defined correctly and that the fiscal year variant is assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the fiscal year status or posting dates, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To check and change the open/closed periods.
  OB29: To review and configure fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on fiscal year settings and posting periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KA453 error and successfully post your transaction.