How To Fix WRF_CONS308 - Posting to previous period not possible for company code &1


WRF_CONS308 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_CONS - Retail Fashion: Consignment Processing Stock Transfers

  • Message number: 308

  • Message text: Posting to previous period not possible for company code &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    An error occurred during stock determination: Posting to the previous
    period is not allowed for valuation area &1.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CONS308 - Posting to previous period not possible for company code &1 ?
    SAP Error Message:
    WRF_CONS308 – Posting to previous period not possible for company code &1
    
    
    Cause: This error occurs when you attempt to post a document in a fiscal period that is already closed for posting in the specified company code. In other words, the system does not allow postings to a previous (closed) period because the posting period is locked or not open for the transaction type or company code. Explanation: SAP controls posting periods via Posting Period Variants assigned to company codes. Each posting period variant defines which fiscal periods are open for posting for different account types (e.g., general ledger, vendor, customer). If you try to post in a period that is closed (either fully or for the specific transaction type), SAP throws this error. This is a standard control to ensure data integrity and prevent back-dated postings that could affect financial statements already closed.
    Solution: Check Posting Period Variant: Go to transaction OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods). Select the

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