How To Fix M7236 - Enter the posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Enter the posting date

What causes this issue?

You want to post inventory differences, but have not entered a posting
date.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

Enter the posting date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7236 - Enter the posting date ?

  The SAP error message M7236 "Enter the posting date" typically occurs when a user attempts to create or post a document (such as a goods movement, invoice, or other financial transaction) without specifying a valid posting date. The posting date is crucial in SAP as it determines the accounting period in which the transaction will be recorded.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Posting Date: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a posting date in the relevant field.
  Field Configuration: The posting date field may be configured as mandatory in the transaction or document type being used.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the posting date field or entered an invalid date format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Posting Date: Ensure that you enter a valid posting date in the designated field. The posting date should be within the allowed posting periods defined in your SAP system.
  Check Field Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, check with your SAP administrator to see if the posting date field is set as mandatory and if there are any specific configurations that need to be adjusted.
  Review User Training: If users are frequently missing this field, consider providing additional training or documentation to ensure they understand the importance of entering a posting date.
  System Settings: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system settings or consult with your SAP support team to ensure that there are no underlying configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting date falls within an open posting period. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (for financial postings) or relevant configuration settings for materials management.
  Date Format: Make sure that the date format being used is compatible with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for the type of document you are trying to post (e.g., MIGO for goods movements, MIRO for invoice verification).
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.