How To Fix FIEU_SAFT050 - Maintain tax code relevant settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Maintain tax code relevant settings

What causes this issue?

You have not maintained tax code relevant settings.

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?

To maintain tax code relevant settings, do one of the following:
On the <ZK>SAP Easy Access </>screen, choose <ZK>Accounting -> Financial
Accounting ->General Ledger -> Reporting -> SAFT -> General -> SAFT
Settings -> Specify Tax Code Details</>
Select the <ZK>Define Settings </>radio button on the selection screen
of <ZK>Standard Audit File for Tax Purpose (SAF-T) </>(<NP>RPFIEU_SAFT
</>) report and choose <ZK>Specify Tax Code Details</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT050 - Maintain tax code relevant settings ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT050 typically indicates that there are issues with the tax code settings in the system, particularly in relation to the SAFT (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting requirements. This error often arises when the system is unable to find the necessary tax code configurations that are required for generating the SAFT file.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code Configuration: The tax code that is being used in transactions may not be properly configured in the system.
  Inconsistent Tax Code Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the tax code settings across different company codes or regions.
  Incorrect Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be assigned to the relevant accounts or may not be linked to the correct tax categories.
  Regulatory Changes: Changes in tax regulations or requirements may necessitate updates to the tax code settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (Maintain Tax Codes) and verify that the tax codes are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the tax codes are assigned to the appropriate tax categories and that they are active.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the tax settings for the relevant company codes.
  Ensure that the tax codes are properly assigned to the company codes that are generating the SAFT report.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Code Assignments:
  
  If necessary, update the tax code assignments in the relevant master data (e.g., vendor, customer, or material master records).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to SAFT reporting to ensure compliance with the latest requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the SAFT report to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are specific regulatory requirements that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Maintain Tax Codes), OBY6 (Tax Configuration for Company Codes), and SART (SAFT Reporting).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SAFT reporting and tax code configurations.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on tax code settings and SAFT reporting requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIEU_SAFT050 error and ensure that your tax code settings are compliant with the necessary regulations.