How To Fix RECD265 - There is a subsequent periodic posting &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 265

• Message text: There is a subsequent periodic posting &1

What causes this issue?

A cash flow record that is being changed from status <ZK>Actual
</> to <ZK>Plan</>, due to the reversal of periodic posting, is a
prerequisite for another actual record in the cash flow.

System Response

The reversal is therefore rejected.

How to fix this error?

Before you can reverse the periodic posting, you have to reverse
periodic posting &v1& that comes after it.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD265 - There is a subsequent periodic posting &1 ?

  The SAP error message RECD265 ("There is a subsequent periodic posting &1") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there are subsequent postings that affect the same period or transaction that you are trying to process. This error is often encountered during activities such as posting journal entries, running periodic closing processes, or executing financial reports.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  There are already subsequent postings (like accruals, adjustments, or corrections) that have been made for the same period or transaction.
  The system is designed to prevent changes to periods that have already been closed or have subsequent postings to maintain data integrity and accuracy in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECD265 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Subsequent Postings:
  
  Review the transaction or period in question to identify any subsequent postings that have been made. You can do this by checking the relevant accounting documents or reports.
  
  
  
  Adjust or Reverse Subsequent Postings:
  
  If you find that there are subsequent postings that are causing the error, you may need to adjust or reverse those postings if they are incorrect or if they need to be modified.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of reversing or adjusting postings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that any changes made are in compliance with your organization's financial policies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Utilize transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the documents related to the postings and understand the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  In some cases, the error may be related to configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for periodic postings and closing periods are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to help navigate and troubleshoot postings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial postings and periodic closing processes for additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to make changes to financial postings, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RECD265 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.