How To Fix FIEU_SAFT038 - Total number of G/L documents excluded: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Total number of G/L documents excluded: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT038 - Total number of G/L documents excluded: &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT038 indicates that a certain number of General Ledger (G/L) documents have been excluded from a specific process, typically related to the generation of the SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax) report. This message is part of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module and is often encountered during the SAF-T reporting process.
  Cause:
  The exclusion of G/L documents can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Document Status: The G/L documents may be in a status that does not allow them to be included in the SAF-T report (e.g., they may be marked as deleted or reversed).
  Date Range: The documents may fall outside the specified date range for the SAF-T report.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAF-T report generation that exclude certain types of documents or accounts.
  Document Type: Certain document types may be excluded based on the settings in the SAF-T configuration.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the G/L documents, leading to their exclusion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the G/L documents that are being excluded. Ensure they are in a valid status for inclusion in the report.
  Verify Date Range: Ensure that the date range specified for the SAF-T report encompasses the dates of the G/L documents you expect to see.
  Review Configuration: Check the SAF-T configuration settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the inclusion of the relevant G/L documents.
  Document Type Review: Verify if the document types of the excluded G/L documents are configured to be included in the SAF-T report.
  Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields in the G/L documents are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries that could lead to exclusion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAF-T reporting for any specific guidelines or updates that may affect the inclusion of G/L documents.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to SAF-T reporting, such as SART or SART1, to generate and analyze reports.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the SAF-T report generation process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting and SAF-T reporting.