How To Fix P4104 - Closing cannot take place for any of the chosen company codes on &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P4 - IS-PS: Cash Accounting

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Closing cannot take place for any of the chosen company codes on &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P4104 - Closing cannot take place for any of the chosen company codes on &1 ?

  The SAP error message P4104 indicates that a closing process cannot be completed for the selected company codes. This error typically arises during the financial closing process, particularly in the context of the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or postings in the company codes that prevent the closing process from being executed.
  Incomplete Period Closing: Previous periods may not have been closed properly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that are not set correctly.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the closing activities.
  Locked Periods: The periods for the company codes may be locked for posting, preventing any closing activities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Open Transactions: Review the asset transactions for the company codes in question. Ensure that all necessary transactions are posted and that there are no pending items.
  Close Previous Periods: Ensure that all previous periods have been closed correctly. You may need to go back and close any open periods before proceeding with the current closing.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that all necessary settings for the closing process are correctly configured.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting to perform the closing has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Unlock Periods: If the periods are locked, you may need to unlock them temporarily to allow for the closing process. This should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  AJAB: Year-End Closing
  AJRW: Reset Year-End Closing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the P4104 error. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting and the closing process for best practices and detailed steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.