How To Fix UCD1039 - Posting not possible to &1 in period &2, fiscal year &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCD1 - Messages for Document and Breakdown Check

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Posting not possible to &1 in period &2, fiscal year &3

What causes this issue?

&V1& is a protected characteristic value for which no data may be
entered, except in the initial data entry period and year (&V4&).
This check is suppressed only in the following exceptions:
When posting to posting levels 02, 12, 22, and 30
Totals data created by a balance carryforward or currency translation
When processing a <DS:GLOS.1878E44330F5D211B1D10004AC56B168>flexible
upload</>, the following data records are checked:
The data records contained in the upload file
If the input type is 'cumulative', the prior period data that needs to
be inverted in the current period

System Response

The data record cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Perform one of the following changes:
Use a characteristic value that is not protected.
Change the period/year of initial data entry.
If this is a flexible upload, you might want to change the settings of
the upload method.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCD1039 - Posting not possible to &1 in period &2, fiscal year &3 ?

  The SAP error message UCD1039, which states "Posting not possible to &1 in period &2, fiscal year &3," typically occurs in the context of financial postings in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) or other financial documents. This error indicates that a posting attempt is being made to a period that is either closed or not open for posting in the specified fiscal year.
  Causes:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common cause is that the specified posting period (e.g., month or quarter) is closed for the fiscal year. This can happen if the financial closing process has been completed for that period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the financial accounting module may not allow postings to that period or fiscal year.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in that period or fiscal year.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on posting to specific periods or fiscal years.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the status of the posting periods. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open for the relevant company code and fiscal year.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily for the posting or wait until the next period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the posting period is indeed open but you are still receiving the error, check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that postings are allowed for that period and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period and fiscal year. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the document type being used for the posting. Ensure that it allows postings to the specified period and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the financial closing process or the implications of opening a closed period, consult with your finance team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FB50: To post general ledger entries.
  FBL1N/FBL3N: To view vendor/customer or GL account line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial closing and posting periods for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCD1039 error and implement the appropriate solution.