How To Fix M7743 - Difference cannot now be posted (period & &)

M7743 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 743

• Message text: Difference cannot now be posted (period & &)

What causes this issue?

For this <GL:physical_inventory_document>physical inventory document</>
the <GL:inventory_difference>differences</> had to be posted in period
&V1& (posting period in which the count results were entered). However,
this period is neither the current period nor the previous period. This
means that you cannot post any more documents in this period.

System Response

The posting of differences for this document is rejected by the system.
The physical inventory cannot be completed.

How to fix this error?

There are two possible ways of posting the differences:
Arrange a recount. Proceed as follows:
Arrange a recount for the physical inventory document. As a result, all
the items of this document will be deactivated and copied into a new
physical inventory document (recount document).
Enter the count results for the recount document.
Post the differences for the recount document.
Delete the items involved. Proceed as follows:
Choose the function "Physical inventory document -> Change", and
delete the items concerned.
Include the deleted items in a new physical inventory document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7743 - Difference cannot now be posted (period & &) ?

  The SAP error message M7743 "Difference cannot now be posted (period & &)" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document postings. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the inventory valuation or quantity that cannot be posted due to the period being closed or other restrictions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common cause is that the posting period for the transaction is closed. In SAP, financial periods are often closed to prevent further postings, which can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  Inventory Valuation Issues: There may be issues related to inventory valuation methods or discrepancies in the valuation of materials.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on posting differences after a certain period.
  Configuration Settings: Configuration settings in the system may prevent postings in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Open the Posting Period: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can open the posting period in the configuration