How To Fix FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX005 - Report executed in sequential mode.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX - Central Finance: Deferred Taxes

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Report executed in sequential mode.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX005 - Report executed in sequential mode. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX005 typically indicates an issue related to the execution of a report in sequential mode, particularly in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module. This error often arises when there are inconsistencies or issues with the tax data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The error may occur due to inconsistencies in the tax data between the source and target systems.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Central Finance setup can lead to this error.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like tax codes or tax rates) may be missing or not properly maintained in the target system.
  Execution Mode: The report may not be able to run in parallel due to certain dependencies or locks on the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify the tax data in both the source and target systems. Ensure that all necessary tax codes and rates are correctly defined and consistent.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Central Finance setup. Ensure that all necessary settings related to tax handling are correctly configured.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that all required master data is available and correctly maintained in the target system. This includes tax codes, tax rates, and any other relevant data.
  Execution in Sequential Mode: If the report is intended to run in sequential mode, ensure that there are no other processes or reports that might be locking the data. You may need to wait for other processes to complete before re-running the report.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and short dumps (if any) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check logs for more details on the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Central Finance to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are correctly set up.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX005 error message.