How To Fix FIEU_SAFT144 - For document type &1, there are documents without a digital signature

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 144

• Message text: For document type &1, there are documents without a digital signature

What causes this issue?

Documents missing a digital signature, those which are missing an entry
in table SIPT_VBRK (SD) or table SIPT_BKPF (FI), are non-compliant with
the requirements of SAF-T and will prevent that data from being
extracted. You will not be able to extract data and generate a SAF-T
file containing those documents.
According to Portuguese law, from July 1st 2017 onwards all documents
used in SAF-T file generation must be digitally signed.
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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT144 - For document type &1, there are documents without a digital signature ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT144 indicates that there are documents associated with a specific document type that do not have a digital signature. This error is typically encountered in the context of the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting, which is a requirement in several countries for electronic tax reporting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Missing Digital Signatures: The documents that are supposed to be included in the SAFT report do not have the required digital signatures. This is often a compliance requirement for tax authorities.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to generate or attach digital signatures to the documents.
  Document Type Settings: The specific document type being processed may not be set up to require digital signatures, or the documents of that type may not have been signed properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Signatures:
  
  Review the documents associated with the specified document type to ensure they have been signed digitally. If they are missing signatures, you will need to sign them.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the document type in question. Ensure that the settings for digital signatures are correctly defined in the SAP system.
  Check the settings in the transaction code OBD2 (for document types) and ensure that the digital signature requirements are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Documents:
  
  If the documents are missing signatures, you may need to reprocess or update them to include the necessary digital signatures. This may involve using specific SAP transactions or tools designed for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAFT reporting and digital signatures for specific guidance on how to implement and troubleshoot these features.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAFT Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with the local regulations regarding SAFT reporting, as requirements can vary by country.
  Digital Signature Tools: Familiarize yourself with the tools and processes used in your organization for generating digital signatures, as these may be integrated with SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates related to SAFT reporting and digital signatures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.