How To Fix P2864 - Revenue costs cannot be posted

P2864 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Revenue costs cannot be posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2864 - Revenue costs cannot be posted ?

  The SAP error message P2864, which states "Revenue costs cannot be posted," typically occurs in the context of financial postings related to revenue recognition and cost accounting. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error P2864
  
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account being used for posting may not be configured correctly for revenue-related transactions. This can happen if the account is not set up to handle revenue costs.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the type of transaction you are trying to post. This can prevent any postings related to revenue costs.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the revenue recognition settings in the system. This includes settings in the revenue recognition method or the related cost elements.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the posting may not allow for