How To Fix /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS015 - Enter VAT margin protocol document type


/BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS015 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS -

  • Message number: 015

  • Message text: Enter VAT margin protocol document type

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/BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS015 - Details

  • The SAP error message /BGLOCS/FI_VAT_MESS015 typically indicates that a VAT margin protocol document type is required for processing a specific transaction. This error is often encountered in the context of VAT margin schemes, which are used in certain countries to simplify VAT reporting for businesses that deal in second-hand goods, art, antiques, and similar items.
    
    Cause: The error occurs when: A transaction is being processed that requires a specific document type for VAT margin accounting. The system is unable to identify or validate the document type that should be used for the VAT margin protocol. The configuration for VAT margin protocol document types is missing or incorrect in the system.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Document Type Configuration: Go to the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO). Navigate to the relevant section for Financial Accounting (FI) and check the settings for VAT margin protocol document types. Ensure that the required document type is defined

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