How To Fix OIB_UI_HPM035 - Error in cell &. Posting posible in periods & and & in company code &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIB_UI_HPM -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Error in cell &. Posting posible in periods & and & in company code &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIB_UI_HPM035 - Error in cell &. Posting posible in periods & and & in company code &. ?

  The SAP error message OIB_UI_HPM035 typically indicates that there is an issue with posting in a specific period for a company code. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with financial postings, and it usually relates to the status of the posting periods in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The most common cause of this error is that the posting period you are trying to use is closed. In SAP, each company code has defined posting periods, and if the period is closed, no postings can be made to that period.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The periods may not be set up correctly in the configuration, or the user may be trying to post to a period that is not allowed for the specific transaction.
  Company Code Restrictions: The company code may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent postings in certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview) to check the status of the posting periods for the relevant company code. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to allow the posting, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings: 
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can adjust the settings to allow postings in the required periods. This may involve changing the configuration in the financial settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about changing the posting periods, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures and policies.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified periods and company code.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To check and change posting periods.
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  FBL1N: To view vendor line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial postings and period management for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIB_UI_HPM035 error and successfully post your transactions.