1M255 - Items are still being posted (account &1, bank area &2, int. no.&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1M - BKK: Abschluß

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Items are still being posted (account &1, bank area &2, int. no.&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1M255 - Items are still being posted (account &1, bank area &2, int. no.&3) ?

  The SAP error message 1M255 indicates that there are still items being posted in a specific account and bank area, which prevents certain operations from being completed. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with bank accounting or reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There are open items in the specified account that have not been cleared or processed.
  Transactions are still being posted to the account or bank area in question.
  The system is trying to perform an operation (like closing a period, executing a reconciliation, or running a report) that requires all items to be cleared or finalized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Open Items: 
  
  Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for open items in the specified account.
  Identify any transactions that are still pending or have not been cleared.
  
  
  
  Clear Open Items:
  
  If there are items that can be cleared, process them accordingly. This may involve posting clearing entries or running the appropriate clearing programs.
  Ensure that all necessary transactions are completed and that there are no pending items.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to process. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it temporarily to complete the necessary postings.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may be running that are still posting to the account. Check the job status using transaction SM37 and ensure that all relevant jobs have completed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which items are causing the issue, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have insights into specific transactions or processes that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing financial postings, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry), F-02 (General Posting), and F-03 (Clear G/L Account).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling financial transactions and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.