How To Fix 8B679 - The first digit in the CFOP in item & is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 679

• Message text: The first digit in the CFOP in item & is incorrect

What causes this issue?

By law, the first digit in the CFOP must be as follows:
Transaction,,Digit
Within a state,,1 or 5
Between two states,,2 or 6
International,,3 or 7

How can this happen?

You enter an item with the CFOP 1.11, where your own business place is
Spo Paulo and that of your business partner is in in Minas Gerais -
instead you must enter a CFOP with a "2" as the first digit (incoming
notas fiscais) or a "6" (outgoing notas fiscais).

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B679 - The first digit in the CFOP in item & is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message 8B679 indicates that there is an issue with the CFOP (Código Fiscal de Operação e Prestações) code in the item being processed. The CFOP is a Brazilian tax code used to classify the nature of a transaction, and it is essential for proper tax reporting and compliance.
  Cause:
  The error message "The first digit in the CFOP in item & is incorrect" typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect CFOP Code: The CFOP code entered for the item does not start with a valid digit. CFOP codes have specific ranges that indicate the type of transaction (e.g., sales, purchases, transfers, etc.), and the first digit is crucial for determining the nature of the operation.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The CFOP codes may not be properly configured in the SAP system, leading to invalid entries.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the CFOP code entered for the item.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify CFOP Code: Check the CFOP code assigned to the item. Ensure that it starts with a valid digit according to Brazilian tax regulations. The first digit typically indicates the type of operation:
  
  1: Internal operations
  2: Inter-state operations
  3: Export operations
  5: Import operations
  6: Other operations
  
  
  
  Correct the CFOP Code: If the CFOP code is incorrect, update it to a valid code that starts with the appropriate digit.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the CFOP codes are correctly configured in the SAP system. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant tax settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the Brazilian tax regulations or consult with a tax professional to ensure compliance with the CFOP requirements.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to CFOP handling in your version of SAP.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or training materials related to tax processing in SAP, especially for Brazilian operations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8B679 and ensure that the CFOP codes are correctly applied in your transactions.