How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_REP053 - Previous posting period to posting period &1 / &2 not closed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_REP -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Previous posting period to posting period &1 / &2 not closed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP053 - Previous posting period to posting period &1 / &2 not closed. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP053 Previous posting period to posting period &1 / &2 not closed typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to post documents in a period that is not properly closed. This error indicates that there are open periods that need to be closed before you can post to the specified period.
  Cause:
  
  Open Posting Periods: The error arises when there are open posting periods prior to the period you are trying to post to. For example, if you are trying to post to period 2 of the year, and period 1 is still open, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: The posting periods may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in the allowed posting periods.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to close periods, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Close Previous Posting Periods:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OB52 (or use the menu path: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Periodic Processing > Closing > Open and Close Posting Periods).
  Check the posting periods and ensure that all previous periods (in this case, period &1) are closed.
  If they are not closed, you can close them by adjusting the date ranges accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for posting periods is set correctly. This can be done in the same transaction (OB52) or by checking the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module.
  Make sure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to post has the necessary authorizations to close posting periods. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  OB29: Define Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to posting periods.
  User Manuals: Refer to the SAP Financial Accounting user manuals for detailed instructions on managing posting periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your documents in the desired period.