How To Fix FIPT_SAFT008 - Any type of balance is allowed for this account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPT_SAFT - Messages for SAFT - Specfic for Portugal

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Any type of balance is allowed for this account

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

All types of balances are allowed: Debit, Credit and Null.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPT_SAFT008 - Any type of balance is allowed for this account ?

  The SAP error message FIPT_SAFT008 typically indicates that there is an issue with the balance type configuration for a specific account in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting.
  Cause:
  The error message "Any type of balance is allowed for this account" suggests that the system is expecting a specific type of balance (e.g., debit or credit) for the account in question, but the configuration does not allow for that type of balance. This can occur due to:
  
  Account Configuration: The account may not be set up correctly in the chart of accounts or may have restrictions on the types of balances it can hold.
  Posting Rules: There may be posting rules or validations that are not aligned with the account's configuration.
  SAFT Configuration: The settings related to the SAFT reporting may not be correctly defined for the account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account in question in the SAP system (transaction code FS00).
  Verify the account type and ensure that it is configured to allow the necessary balance types (debit/credit).
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Check if there are any specific posting rules or validations that might be affecting the account. This can be done in the configuration settings for the relevant financial area.
  
  
  
  SAFT Configuration:
  
  Review the SAFT configuration settings to ensure that the account is correctly defined for reporting purposes. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes related to SAFT (e.g., OBY6 for country-specific settings).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the SAFT reporting requirements and how they relate to account balances.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to see if the error persists. 
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue remains unresolved, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP FI expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: General Ledger Account Master Data
  OBY6: Configuration for SAFT
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on account configuration and SAFT reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.