How To Fix FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX013 - Postprocessing of deferred tax data not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX - Central Finance: Deferred Taxes

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Postprocessing of deferred tax data not allowed.

What causes this issue?

You tried to run the deferred tax postprocessing report although the
prerequisites for its use are <ZH>not</> fulfilled.

System Response

The system did <ZH>not</> start the update of deferred tax data for
the given source company code.

How to fix this error?

You must ensure that the following prerequisites are fulfilled before
running the postprocessing report:
The initial load of FI postings for the given source company code was
finished without errors.
The ongoing replication of FI documents for the given source company
code has <ZH>not</> started yet.
In seldom cases, the system might fail to detect the fulfillment of the
prerequisites. If you are <ZU>sure</> that both prerequisites are
fulfilled you can run the postprocessing report with the <ZK>Force
Postprocessing</> checkbox selected.

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_DEFTAX013 - Postprocessing of deferred tax data not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX013 indicates that there is an issue with the postprocessing of deferred tax data in the context of SAP Central Finance. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or issues with the deferred tax data that prevent it from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The deferred tax data may not be consistent with the underlying financial data, leading to issues during processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Central Finance system that are not aligned with the source system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform postprocessing on deferred tax data.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the system that are causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the deferred tax data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that the data aligns with the financial postings in the source system.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to deferred tax in both the Central Finance and source systems. Ensure that they are correctly set up.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the postprocessing.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Central Finance and deferred tax processing for any additional guidance or best practices.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 for logs, FINS_CFIN for Central Finance settings, and OB40 for tax configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the Central Finance process are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.