How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC069 - Deferred tax: Ref. invoice not yet posted (CC &1, FY &2, Doc. &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC - Central Finance Accounting Document generation

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Deferred tax: Ref. invoice not yet posted (CC &1, FY &2, Doc. &3)

What causes this issue?

During processing of a transfer document for deferred taxes, the
referenced invoice was not found.
This is usually a temporary problem caused by the sequence in which
documents are processed. Either the processing of the tax transfer
document was started before the referenced invoice was posted or
reprocessing of the referenced invoice using the function ?Central
Reversal with Reposting? was incomplete or the processing of the
packages in the initial load did not occur in the correct sequence.

System Response

If this message was raised during ongoing replication, the A
has to wait for the referenced invoice to be posted (or reposted).
If this message was raised during the initial load, an error is
displayed in the error log for the corresponding package.

How to fix this error?

For ongoing replication, restart the A
invoice has been posted (or reposted).
For the initial load<(>,<)> the run must be repeated until the error
disappears.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC069 - Deferred tax: Ref. invoice not yet posted (CC &1, FY &2, Doc. &3) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC069 indicates an issue related to deferred tax accounting, specifically that a reference invoice has not yet been posted. This error typically arises in the context of Central Finance (CFIN) when there is an attempt to process a document that relies on a reference invoice that is not yet available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Reference Invoice Not Posted: The primary cause of this error is that the reference invoice, which is necessary for calculating deferred tax, has not been posted in the system. This can happen if the invoice is still in a draft state or has not been processed yet.
  Timing Issues: There may be timing issues where the document is being processed before the reference invoice is posted.
  Data Synchronization: In a Central Finance scenario, there may be delays or issues in data synchronization between the source system and the Central Finance system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Post the Reference Invoice: Ensure that the reference invoice is posted in the system. You can check the status of the invoice in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, FB70 for customer invoices).
  Check Document Flow: Review the document flow to ensure that all related documents are posted in the correct sequence. This may involve checking the source system if you are using Central Finance.
  Reprocess the Document: After ensuring that the reference invoice is posted, attempt to reprocess the document that generated the error.
  Monitor Data Replication: If you are in a Central Finance environment, monitor the data replication process to ensure that all necessary documents are being transferred correctly from the source system to the Central Finance system.
  Consult with Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or a functional consultant to investigate further, especially if there are underlying configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), and others that may help in tracking down the reference invoice.
  Central Finance Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings for Central Finance can help in diagnosing issues related to data replication and document posting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling deferred tax and related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your deferred tax accounting processes function correctly.