How To Fix >U195 - Special period &1 is closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Special period &1 is closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U195 - Special period &1 is closed ?

  The SAP error message "U195 Special period &1 is closed" typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction in a special period that has already been closed in the system. Special periods are used in SAP for various purposes, such as adjustments or year-end closing activities, and once they are closed, no further postings can be made to them.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Special Period: The special period you are trying to post to is already closed in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the financial accounting module may have been set to restrict postings to closed periods.
  Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction falls within a special period that is marked as closed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change Posting Periods) to check the status of the special periods. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  
  
  
  Change Posting Date:
  
  If the special period is closed, consider changing the posting date of your transaction to a period that is open.
  
  
  
  Reopen Special Period:
  
  If necessary and if it is appropriate for your business process, you can reopen the special period by adjusting the settings in OB52. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires authorization.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of reopening a special period or changing the posting date, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for posting periods to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry (for posting)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on financial accounting and special periods for a better understanding of how they work and how to manage them.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post in the desired periods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your financial postings in SAP.