How To Fix FIEU_SAFT042 - No accounting documents posted for internal purpose

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No accounting documents posted for internal purpose

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT042 - No accounting documents posted for internal purpose ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT042 indicates that there are no accounting documents posted for internal purposes. This error typically arises in the context of the SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting, which is a standard format for the electronic exchange of accounting data.
  Cause:
  
  No Accounting Documents: The primary cause of this error is that there are no accounting documents available for the specified criteria (e.g., date range, company code) that are marked for internal purposes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the SAF-T reporting might not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of relevant accounting documents.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for generating the SAF-T report may be too restrictive, resulting in no documents being selected.
  Document Type: The document types that are included in the SAF-T report may not be configured to include the necessary internal accounting documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Accounting Documents: Verify that there are indeed accounting documents posted for the relevant period and that they are marked for internal purposes. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the SAF-T configuration is correctly set up in your SAP system. This includes checking the settings for the relevant company code and ensuring that the necessary document types are included in the SAF-T reporting.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria are too narrow, consider broadening them to include a wider range of documents. This may involve adjusting the date range or other filters used in the report generation.
  Document Type Inclusion: Check the configuration for the document types included in the SAF-T report. Ensure that the internal accounting documents you expect to see are included in the report settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides related to SAF-T reporting for specific configuration steps and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  SART: SAF-T Reporting
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to SAF-T reporting and the specific error message for additional guidance or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to view the accounting documents.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, test the report generation in a sandbox environment to troubleshoot the issue without affecting production data.
  
  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 reporting and SAF-T compliance.