How To Fix FKK_ID_XX_SAFT051 - No &1 Invoices are extracted in period &2; XML files will not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_XX_SAFT - SAFT message

• Message number: 051

• Message text: No &1 Invoices are extracted in period &2; XML files will not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_SAFT051 - No &1 Invoices are extracted in period &2; XML files will not created ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_SAFT051 indicates that there are no invoices extracted for a specified period, which results in the system not creating XML files. This error is typically related to the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Convergent Invoicing modules, particularly in the context of generating XML files for the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting.
  Cause:
  
  No Invoices in the Specified Period: The most common cause of this error is that there are simply no invoices generated or available in the specified period for extraction.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The period specified for extraction may not align with the actual invoicing periods in the system.
  Data Processing Issues: There may be issues with data processing or configuration that prevent invoices from being generated or recognized.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the SAFT extraction process may not be set up correctly, leading to no data being available for extraction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Invoice Data: Verify that there are indeed invoices created in the specified period. You can do this by checking the relevant invoice tables or using transaction codes like FBL1N or FBL3N to view the invoices.
  Review Period Selection: Ensure that the period you are trying to extract data for is correct. Adjust the selection criteria if necessary.
  Run Invoice Generation: If no invoices exist for the period, ensure that the invoicing process has been executed correctly. You may need to run the invoicing jobs or processes to generate the necessary invoices.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the SAFT extraction process. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly and that the system is configured to recognize and extract the relevant invoices.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs or error logs for any additional information that might indicate why invoices are not being extracted.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or data, perform a test extraction to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SICF (HTTP Service Maintenance), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to SAFT and invoicing processes for additional guidance.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.