How To Fix MA671 - The technical periods used do not contain any posting periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 671

• Message text: The technical periods used do not contain any posting periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA671 - The technical periods used do not contain any posting periods ?

  The SAP error message MA671 indicates that the technical periods defined in the system do not contain any valid posting periods. This typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Controlling (CO) modules when trying to post transactions or perform certain operations that require valid posting periods.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The posting periods for the relevant fiscal year may have been closed, preventing any new postings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the fiscal year variant or the posting periods may not be set up correctly.
  Technical Periods Not Defined: The technical periods that are supposed to be linked to the posting periods may not be defined or may not correspond correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to post in certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting periods for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  Ensure that the periods you are trying to post to are open.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Verify the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29. Ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the technical periods are linked to the posting periods.
  
  
  
  Define Technical Periods:
  
  If technical periods are not defined, you may need to define them in the configuration settings. This can usually be done in the Controlling or Material Management settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the required periods. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of changing posting periods, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with accounting practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  OB29: Fiscal Year Variant
  MMPV: Closing Periods for Material Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on managing posting periods and fiscal year variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MA671 error and ensure that your posting periods are correctly configured and open for transactions.