How To Fix KE326 - Posting date is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Posting date is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The posting date entered does not fall into either of the valid periods
defined in Table T001B.

System Response

Data will not be posted in the CO-PA System.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE326 - Posting date is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KE326 ("Posting date is not allowed") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post a transaction with a posting date that is not valid for the current period or fiscal year. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to post a cost center or internal order transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Periods: The posting date falls within a period that has been closed for posting in the controlling area.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant settings may restrict postings to certain periods.
  Posting Date Configuration: The configuration settings in the controlling area may not allow postings for the specified date.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on posting dates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the status of the posting periods. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open for the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date:
  
  Change the posting date to a valid date that falls within an open period. Ensure that the date is within the allowed range for the fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant settings in the configuration (transaction code OB29) to ensure that the periods are set up correctly and that the posting date is allowed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the period status or fiscal year settings, consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the policies regarding posting dates.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the document type settings in the configuration to ensure that there are no restrictions on the posting date for the type of transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  KSB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  KOB1: Display Actual Line Items for Orders
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting dates and periods.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the controlling area and that your user role allows for the required transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE326 error and successfully post your transaction.