How To Fix FIEU_SAFT139 - Date overlapping for the same document type, check customizing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Date overlapping for the same document type, check customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT139 - Date overlapping for the same document type, check customizing. ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT139 indicates that there is a date overlap for the same document type in the context of the SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting. This error typically arises when there are multiple entries for the same document type that have overlapping date ranges, which violates the requirements for SAF-T reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Date Ranges: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple records for the same document type (e.g., invoices, credit notes) that have overlapping posting dates. For example, if you have two invoices with the same document type that are posted for the same date or within the same date range, this will trigger the error.
  Incorrect Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for the document types or the SAF-T configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in date handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Entries: Review the document entries in the system for the specific document type mentioned in the error message. Look for any overlapping dates and resolve them by either adjusting the dates or consolidating the entries if applicable.
  Adjust Posting Dates: If you find overlapping entries, you may need to change the posting dates of one or more documents to ensure that there are no overlaps.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the customizing settings for SAF-T reporting and ensure that the document types and their date handling are configured correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New)
  Financial Accounting Global Settings
  Tax on Sales/Purchases
  SAF-T Reporting
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAF-T reporting for any specific guidelines or updates that may affect your configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the SAF-T report to ensure that the error is resolved and that the report generates correctly without any further issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on SAF-T reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to SAF-T reporting, such as:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SFP: Form Printing
  FB03: Display Document
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIEU_SAFT139 error and implement a solution to resolve it.