How To Fix FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX006 - Report executed in "Force Postprocessing" mode.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX - Central Finance: Deferred Taxes

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Report executed in "Force Postprocessing" mode.

What causes this issue?

You ran the deferred tax postprocessing report with the <ZK>Force
Postprocessing
</> checkbox selected.

System Response

The postprocessing report does <ZH>not</> check that the prerequisites
for its use are fulfilled.

How to fix this error?

You should only select the <ZK>Force Postprocessing</> checkbox if the
postprocessing report fails to detect the fulfillment of the
prerequisites correctly. Otherwise, the update of the deferred tax data
might be incomplete or even erroneous.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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_DEFTAX006 - Report executed in "Force Postprocessing" mode. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX006 typically occurs in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module when there are issues related to tax determination during the data transfer process. This error indicates that the system encountered a problem while trying to post or process financial documents, particularly in relation to tax calculations.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax codes required for the transaction may not be defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Tax Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the tax configuration between the source system and the Central Finance system.
  Data Mapping Issues: The mapping of tax-related fields between the source and target systems may not be correctly set up.
  Incorrect Document Types: The document types being processed may not be compatible with the tax settings.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like customer/vendor tax information) may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Codes: Ensure that all necessary tax codes are defined in the Central Finance system. You can do this by navigating to the tax configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration: Verify that the tax configuration in the source system matches the configuration in the Central Finance system. This includes checking tax rates, tax categories, and any relevant settings.
  
  
  Validate Data Mapping: Ensure that the mapping of tax-related fields between the source and target systems is correctly configured. This may involve checking the mapping tables and ensuring that all necessary fields are included.
  
  
  Examine Document Types: Check if the document types being processed are correctly set up and compatible with the tax settings in the Central Finance system.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for customers and vendors to ensure that all necessary tax information is present and accurate.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FINS_CFIN_COCKPIT or FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX to analyze the error further and get more details about the specific issue.
  
  
  Force Postprocessing: If you are running the report in "Force Postprocessing" mode, ensure that this is appropriate for your scenario. This mode can sometimes bypass certain checks, but it may not resolve underlying issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and error logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FINS_CFIN_COCKPIT for monitoring and managing Central Finance processes.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Central Finance and tax configuration for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX006 error in your SAP system.