How To Fix RMPS_POST_HIST005 - Date &1 selected is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_POST_HIST - Messages for Incoming Post Book

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Date &1 selected is in the future

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a date that is earlier than the current date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_POST_HIST005 - Date &1 selected is in the future ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_POST_HIST005 indicates that a date selected for a posting or transaction is in the future, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in modules related to financial postings, such as SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS).
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has selected a date that is beyond the current date. This can happen if the user is trying to post a transaction or record an entry for a date that has not yet occurred.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may be configured to restrict postings to certain periods, and future dates may be blocked by the configuration settings.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently entered a future date due to a typo or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use for the transaction. Ensure that it is not set to a future date. If it is, change it to the current date or a past date as appropriate.
  Review Posting Periods: Check the posting periods in the system. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open and allows for postings. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on how to correctly enter dates in the system.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists and you believe it should allow future postings, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to posting periods and date validations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 to check or change the posting periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the rules around date postings and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.