How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_MES020 - Posting date & not allowed

/SAPCE/FK_MES020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_MES -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Posting date & not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_MES020 - Posting date & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_MES020 Posting date & not allowed typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with document entries in the SAP system. This error indicates that the posting date you are trying to use is not allowed based on the configuration settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Posting Period Closed: The most common reason for this error is that the posting period for the specified date is closed. In SAP, financial periods are often closed to prevent further postings, ensuring that financial statements are accurate and reflect the correct period.
  
  
  Date Outside Allowed Range: The posting date may fall outside the allowed range defined in the configuration settings. This can happen if the date is too far in the past or future.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific restrictions on posting dates, which could lead to this error.
  
  
  Company Code Settings: Each company code in SAP can