3734576 - Period-End Closing run fails with error Posting period locked; specify an alternative date [Message 131-107]

When attempting to close the fiscal year using Period-End Closing under Administration → Utilities, the user encounters an error: Posting period locked; specify an alternative date [Message 131-107].

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