How To Fix M8237 - Please check: posting period not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Please check: posting period not allowed

What causes this issue?

You have entered a posting date that is not allowed for revaluation
that does not affect margins or for revaluation of materials managed on
a value basis, The posting date is outside the posting periods that are
currently open.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the posting date if you want revaluate stock without affecting
margins or revaluate materials that are managed on a value basis.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8237 - Please check: posting period not allowed ?

  The SAP error message M8237, which states "Please check: posting period not allowed," typically occurs when a user attempts to post a transaction in a period that is either closed or not open for posting in the system. This can happen in various modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  Causes:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period for the transaction date is closed in the system settings.
  Period Locking: The specific period may be locked for certain types of transactions (e.g., goods movements, invoice postings).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling area or company code may restrict postings to certain periods.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to post in the specified period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (for financial postings) or MMPV (for materials management) to check the open and closed posting periods.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings:
  
  If the period is closed and you need to post to it, you can temporarily open the period in the configuration settings. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorization.
  For financial postings, you can adjust the settings in OB52 to allow postings for the required period.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the posting periods or if it is against company policy, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the posting periods in the relevant modules (FI, MM) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods for Financial Accounting
  MMPV: Change Posting Periods for Materials Management
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing posting periods and related configurations.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and manage posting periods to ensure that they align with your organization's accounting practices and policies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8237 error and successfully post your transactions.