How To Fix M8207 - Check: posting in previous month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Check: posting in previous month

What causes this issue?

In the material control record, the posting date entered is in the
previous period.

System Response

When the invoice is posted, the system updates the total value for the
current period and the total value for the previous period in the
material master record for material postings.

How to fix this error?

Check the posting date and change it if necessary as follows:
Select Continue. The supplier screen appears.
Select Back. The initial screen appears.
Enter your data again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8207 - Check: posting in previous month ?

  The SAP error message M8207, which states "Check: posting in previous month," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that has already been closed or is not open for posting. This is a common issue in financial and inventory management processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The most common cause is that the accounting period (month) you are trying to post to has been closed. In SAP, once a period is closed, no further postings can be made to that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may restrict postings to certain periods based on company policies or configurations.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to post in certain periods, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Open the Period: If you have the necessary permissions, you can open the previous month for posting. This is typically done by a financial administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization. The steps are:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Periods": Overview).
  Select the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  Change the status of the period from "Closed" to "Open" for the required month.
  
  
  
  Post in the Current Period: If the posting is not critical for the previous month, consider posting the transaction in the current open period instead.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the desired period. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of opening a closed period, consult with your finance team or SAP support to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: For changing the posting periods.
  MB1A, MB1B, MB1C: For inventory postings.
  FB50, FB01: For financial postings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to period closing and posting procedures to understand the implications of your actions.
  
  
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider additional training for users on the posting processes and period management in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8207 error and understand the underlying reasons for its occurrence.