How To Fix FIEU_SAFT143 - For doc. type &1 in range &2, there are docs without a digital signature

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 143

• Message text: For doc. type &1 in range &2, there are docs without a digital signature

What causes this issue?

Your selection contains documents without a digital signature. Such
documents are non-compliant, according to Portuguese law. The existence
of such documents in the reporting interval also prevents data
extraction and creation of the SAF-T file.
This validation comes into place as of July 1st 2017.
For more information, please refer to SAP Note 2471144.

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?

You must ensure that the documents that are reported in the SAF-T are
digitally signed with the digital signature of the software provider.
For more information, please refer to SAP Note 2652254.

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_SAFT143 - For doc. type &1 in range &2, there are docs without a digital signature ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT143 indicates that there are documents of a specific document type that are expected to have a digital signature but do not. This error typically arises in the context of the SAFT (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting, which is a standard for electronic tax reporting in various countries.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Missing Digital Signatures: The documents in the specified range do not have the required digital signatures. This is often a compliance requirement for tax reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the digital signature settings in the SAP system.
  Document Type Settings: The document type specified may not be correctly set up to require digital signatures.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry or processing of documents that prevent them from being signed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the documents in the specified range to ensure they are correctly processed and should have digital signatures.
  Verify Digital Signature Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for digital signatures in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the document type in question is configured to require digital signatures.
  
  
  Sign Documents: If the documents are missing signatures, you may need to manually sign them or reprocess them to ensure they are signed correctly.
  Review Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the signatures are missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAFT reporting and digital signatures for any specific requirements or troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAFT Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with the local regulations regarding SAFT reporting, as requirements may vary by country.
  Digital Signature Tools: Familiarize yourself with the tools and methods used for generating digital signatures within SAP.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to ensure that all required documents have the necessary digital signatures.