How To Fix F7212 - Invalid period selected for advance return for tax on sales/purchases

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F7 - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Invalid period selected for advance return for tax on sales/purchases

What causes this issue?

When retrieving the data for filling out the advance return for tax on
sales/purchases, a period was specified which does not correspond to
the periods prescribed by the tax office for the advance return.

How to fix this error?

Start the report that opens the tax balances from the documents again
and thereby specify an allowed period. A calendar month or a quarter
(January to March, April to June,...) are allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F7212 - Invalid period selected for advance return for tax on sales/purchases ?

  The SAP error message F7212, "Invalid period selected for advance return for tax on sales/purchases," typically occurs when there is an issue with the period selected for generating the advance return for tax on sales and purchases. This error can arise due to several reasons, including incorrect period settings, missing data, or configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The period you are trying to select for the advance return may not be valid. This could be due to the period being closed or not yet opened in the system.
  Fiscal Year Settings: The fiscal year settings in the system may not align with the selected period.
  Missing Configuration: The tax configuration for the selected period may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the tax-related documents for the selected period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify that the period you are trying to select is open for posting. You can do this by checking the period status in the financial settings.
  Review Fiscal Year Settings: Ensure that the fiscal year settings in the system are correctly configured and that the selected period falls within the defined fiscal year.
  Configuration Check: Review the tax configuration settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly set up for the selected period.
  Data Validation: Check for any missing or inconsistent data in the tax documents for the selected period. Ensure that all necessary transactions have been posted.
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Make sure you are using the correct transaction codes for generating the advance return for tax on sales/purchases.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to tax returns in SAP include:
  
  F.01: Financial Statements
  F.4: Advance Return for Tax on Sales/Purchases
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the tax return functionality.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax processes within SAP.