How To Fix KR552 - &2 is less than &1 months ago

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KR - Archiving Reports and Utilities

• Message number: 552

• Message text: &2 is less than &1 months ago

What causes this issue?

You have entered
&v2& as the upper limit for the posting date or the entry date.
This will archive line items that are less than

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

&v1& months old.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the posting date and entry date you entered. It is recommended
that you archive line items that are at least
&v1& months old.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KR552 - &2 is less than &1 months ago ?

  The SAP error message KR552 typically indicates that there is an issue with the date or time settings in a transaction related to cost center accounting or internal orders. The message suggests that a certain date (represented by &2) is less than a specified number of months (represented by &1) from the current date, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Date Validation: The error occurs when the system checks the date of a transaction or document and finds that it is too recent compared to the allowed time frame. For example, if you are trying to post a transaction that is dated less than a certain number of months in the past, the system will reject it.
  Period Closing: This can also happen if the accounting period has been closed, and you are trying to post to a period that is not open for posting.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the controlling area or company code may restrict postings to certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Review the date of the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that it is within the allowed range. If it is too recent, consider changing the date to a valid one.
  Open Periods: Verify that the accounting period you are trying to post to is open. You can check this in the period closing settings in SAP.
  Configuration Review: If you have the necessary permissions, review the configuration settings for the controlling area or company code to see if there are restrictions on posting dates.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct date or period to use, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance on how to proceed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 to check or change the posting periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on period closing and posting rules in controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI).
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.