How To Fix FOT_B2A402 - Company code &1 has already reported in this period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_B2A - Messages Administration Report Electronic Data Transmission

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Company code &1 has already reported in this period

What causes this issue?

You have successfully sent a return in this period for company code or
dominant enterprise &V1&. If you send another return it will be a
corrected return, in other words a correction of the return you have
already successfully sent.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose <LS>Corrected Corrected Advance Tax Return</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_B2A402 - Company code &1 has already reported in this period ?

  The SAP error message FOT_B2A402 indicates that the specified company code has already reported financial data for the given period. This typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or electronic submissions, such as VAT returns or other regulatory filings.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Reporting: The company code has already submitted a report for the specified period, and the system prevents duplicate submissions to maintain data integrity.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected the wrong reporting period, leading to an attempt to report data that has already been submitted.
  System Configuration: There may be settings in the SAP system that restrict multiple submissions for the same period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Reporting Period: Check the reporting period you are trying to submit. Ensure that it is indeed the correct period and that no prior submissions have been made for that period.
  Check Submission History: Review the submission history for the company code to confirm if a report has already been submitted for the specified period. This can usually be done through transaction codes related to reporting or by checking the relevant logs.
  Adjust Reporting Data: If you need to make changes to the previously submitted data, you may need to follow the appropriate process for amending or correcting submissions, depending on the regulations governing the reports.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the submission status or need to make changes, consult with your finance or accounting team to clarify the situation.
  System Configuration Review: If you believe this is an error and the system should allow for multiple submissions, review the configuration settings in SAP or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for reporting and submission in SAP, such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or specific transaction codes for electronic submissions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to financial reporting and electronic submissions for more detailed guidance on handling such errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.