How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_V049 - Exemption certificate number does not match in source and target.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_V - Business Configuration Validations

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Exemption certificate number does not match in source and target.

What causes this issue?

The exemption certificate number for the withholding tax type &V2& must
be the same in the source system and the Central Finance system.
<LS>Exemption Number</> in the source system is: &V3&
<LS>Exemption Number</> in the Central Finance system is: &V4&

System Response

The posting <ZH>cannot</> be completed in the Central Finance system
during ongoing replication.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Central Finance system, check the exemption certificate number
&V1& in the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBT001WT>Assign Withholding Tax Types to Company
Codes</> Customizing activity and compare the value with the source
system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V049 - Exemption certificate number does not match in source and target. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V049 indicates that there is a mismatch between the exemption certificate number in the source system and the target system during a data transfer or reconciliation process, particularly in the context of Central Finance (CFIN) scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The exemption certificate number in the source system does not match the corresponding number in the target system. This could be due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Differences in data configuration or settings between the source and target systems.
  Data migration issues where the exemption certificate numbers were not transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be discrepancies in the configuration settings related to tax exemption certificates between the source and target systems.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the data in the source system was updated after the last data transfer to the target system, it could lead to mismatches.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Data Verification: 
  
  Check the exemption certificate numbers in both the source and target systems to identify discrepancies.
  Ensure that the data is consistent and correctly entered in both systems.
  
  
  
  Reconciliation: 
  
  Perform a reconciliation process to align the data between the source and target systems. This may involve updating the target system with the correct exemption certificate numbers from the source system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to tax exemption in both systems to ensure they are aligned.
  Make necessary adjustments to the configuration if discrepancies are found.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review: 
  
  If the issue arose during a data migration process, review the migration logs and processes to identify any errors or omissions related to exemption certificate numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to Central Finance and exemption certificates for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Central Finance (CFIN): This is a solution that allows organizations to consolidate financial data from multiple source systems into a central SAP S/4HANA system.
  Exemption Certificates: These are documents that allow a buyer to purchase goods or services without paying sales tax, typically because they are exempt from taxation.
  Data Transfer Processes: Understanding the data transfer processes and configurations in Central Finance is crucial for troubleshooting issues like this.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V049.