How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP_E636 - Date &1 is after the end of calendar &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP_E -

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Date &1 is after the end of calendar &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E636 - Date &1 is after the end of calendar &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E636 indicates that a date you are trying to use is after the end of a specified calendar period. This typically occurs in scenarios where date validations are enforced, such as in financial postings, planning, or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Date Validation: The date you are trying to enter (denoted as &1) is beyond the defined end date of the calendar period (denoted as &2). This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction for a date that is outside the allowed range.
  The fiscal year or period has been closed, and no further postings are allowed for that period.
  The calendar settings in the system have been configured to restrict certain dates.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Calendar Settings: Review the calendar settings in your SAP system to ensure that the date you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., transaction code OB29 for fiscal year variant).
  Checking the defined periods and their start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date: If the date you are trying to use is indeed after the end of the calendar period, you may need to:
  
  Change the posting date to a valid date within the allowed range.
  If necessary, consult with your finance or controlling team to see if the period can be reopened for posting.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using allows for postings in the specified period. Some transaction types may have specific restrictions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the calendar settings or how to adjust them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial periods, such as:
  
  OB29 - Define Fiscal Year Variant
  OB52 - Open and Close Posting Periods
  S_ALR_87003642 - Report for Open and Closed Periods
  
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify calendar settings or posting periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction.