How To Fix REXCPTPT528 - Invoice posting date selection is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REXCPTPT -

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Invoice posting date selection is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REXCPTPT528 - Invoice posting date selection is invalid ?

  The SAP error message REXCPTPT528 indicates that there is an issue with the invoice posting date selection during the invoice posting process. This error typically arises when the date specified for the invoice does not meet the criteria set in the system, such as being outside of the allowed posting periods or not conforming to the company's fiscal calendar.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Posting Date: The date entered for the invoice is outside the allowed posting periods defined in the system.
  Closed Periods: The posting date falls within a period that has been closed for posting.
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings may not allow postings for the specified date.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting dates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that restrict the posting date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed posting periods. Ensure that the posting date of the invoice falls within an open period.
  If necessary, extend the posting period or open the required period for posting.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Check the fiscal year variant settings in transaction code OB29 to ensure that the fiscal year is correctly configured and that the posting date is valid.
  
  
  
  Adjust Invoice Date:
  
  If the invoice date is incorrect, adjust it to a valid date that falls within the open posting periods.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings in transaction code OBA7 to ensure that there are no restrictions on the posting date for the specific document type being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or need to make changes, consult with your finance or SAP configuration team to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  OB29: Fiscal Year Variant
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: For detailed documentation on financial posting and configuration.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change posting periods or make adjustments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message REXCPTPT528 and successfully post your invoice.