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Message type: E = Error
Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)
Message number: 023
Message text: Posting date entry is ignored
In the area "Automatic price change" you did not select the field
"Generate batch input". You did, however, enter a posting date.
If you do not select the field "Generate batch input", the system
ignores you entry in the field "Posting date" and no price update is
carried out.
If you do not wish a price update, acknowledge the message by pressing
enter.
If you do wish a price update, select the field "Generate batch input".
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MY023
- Posting date entry is ignored ?The SAP error message MY023 ("Posting date entry is ignored") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with materials management or inventory postings. This message indicates that the posting date you have entered is not being accepted by the system for the transaction you are trying to perform.
Causes of MY023 Error
Invalid Posting Date: The posting date may fall outside of the allowed posting periods defined in the system. For example, if the posting date is in a closed fiscal period, the system will ignore it.
System Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict posting to certain dates or periods. This can be due to settings in the financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules.
Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific rules regarding posting dates, which could lead to this error if the date does not comply.
User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period or date.
Solutions to MY023 Error
Check Posting Periods: Verify the posting periods in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change Posting Periods) and checking if the posting date falls within an open period.
Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is indeed outside of the allowed periods, adjust the date to a valid one that falls within an open period.
Review Document Type Settings: Check the configuration for the document type you are using to ensure that it allows postings for the date you are trying to use.
User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the posting periods or the implications of changing them, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies.
Related Information
Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), MIGO (for goods movements), and FB01 (for financial document postings).
SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the MY023 error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance.
Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial postings and material management for more detailed information on posting periods and related configurations.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MY023 error and successfully complete your posting in SAP.
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