How To Fix FI_LU057 - Enter a value for the '&1' parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_LU - Message class for Luxembourg VAT Reporting

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Enter a value for the '&1' parameter

Note for translation: Please note that some phrases within the
Example section should not be translated. For details see comments below

What causes this issue?

You want to extract and prepare data for a periodic tax return. However,
the system has found no values for the &V1& parameter.
A value is needed for the electronic communication with the tax
authorities.

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?

Enter the appropriate value for the &V1& parameter in the
<DS:SIMG.FOT_V_FOTETAXPC>Define Parameters for Electronic
Comunication with Authorities</> Customizing activity.
You find this Customizing activity in the Customizing for Financial

Accounting under General Ledger Accounting -> Periodic


Accounting under General Ledger Accounting -> Periodic

Accounting (New) under General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Periodic


Processing -> Report -> Electronic Communication with Authorities.

How can this happen?

Note for translation: Please do not translate the phrases
"eCDF Declarer's Identification Code", "eCDF Agent's RCS Number" and
"eCDF Declarer's RCS Number". Let them in English.
The <ZK>eCDF Declarer's Identification Code (Prefix)</> parameter is a
6 digit code given by eCDF to your company
In case there is neither a <ZK>eCDF Agent's RCS Number</> parameter nor
a <ZK>eCDF Declarer's RCS Number</> parameter, enter the value ?NE?.
&NOTE&
If you are using the <ZK>Administration Report Electronic Data
Transmission to Authorities</> program (<ZK>FOTV</> transaction), after
entering the value in Customizing, run the program again and use the
<ZK>Compare Data with Customizing function</> to check your output.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_LU057 - Enter a value for the '&1' parameter ?

  The SAP error message FI_LU057, which states "Enter a value for the '&1' parameter," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or processes where a required field or parameter has not been filled in. The &1 in the message will be replaced by the specific parameter that is missing a value.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that a mandatory field or parameter has not been filled out in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, this error can arise from configuration settings in the system that require certain parameters to be filled in but are not set up correctly.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or fill in certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the transaction or report you are working on and ensure that all mandatory fields are filled in. Look for any fields marked with an asterisk (*) or highlighted in red.
  Parameter Settings: If you are using a specific program or transaction, check the documentation or configuration settings to understand which parameters are required and ensure they are correctly set.
  User Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and fill in the required fields. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report you are using to identify any additional requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial accounting, such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the missing parameter is being called and why it is not being populated.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.