How To Fix FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX027 - DEFTAX_ITEM entries refer to &1 clearing documents without lines.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX - Central Finance: Deferred Taxes

• Message number: 027

• Message text: DEFTAX_ITEM entries refer to &1 clearing documents without lines.

What causes this issue?

In the source system, you cleared invoices with clearing documents
without line items. The initial load does <ZH>not</> transfer such kind
of clearing documents to the Central Finance system.

System Response

The deferred tax postprocessing report uses generic placeholders
instead of the missing clearing documents.

How to fix this error?

This message is for your information only.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX027 - DEFTAX_ITEM entries refer to &1 clearing documents without lines. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_DEFTAX027 indicates that there are entries in the DEFTAX_ITEM table that refer to clearing documents, but these documents do not have any line items associated with them. This situation typically arises in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module, where data is replicated from various source systems into a central SAP S/4HANA system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Line Items: The clearing documents referenced in the DEFTAX_ITEM entries do not have any associated line items. This can happen due to data inconsistencies or issues during the data replication process.
  Data Replication Issues: If there were errors during the data transfer from the source system to the Central Finance system, it could lead to incomplete or incorrect data being replicated.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Central Finance setup may lead to improper handling of tax-related entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Clearing Documents: Investigate the clearing documents referenced in the error message. Use transaction codes like FB03 to view the clearing documents and check if they indeed have line items.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the Central Finance system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the data. You can use transaction CFIN_COCKPIT to access various tools for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  Reprocess Data: If the issue is due to a failed replication, you may need to reprocess the data. This can be done using the Central Finance replication tools to ensure that all necessary data is correctly transferred.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for Central Finance and tax handling are correctly set up. This may involve reviewing the settings in the SPRO transaction under the Central Finance section.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CFIN_COCKPIT, FB03, and SE11 (for data dictionary).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Central Finance to understand the data flow and replication processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.