How To Fix FS109 - Error when testing tax payable posting - AC_DOCUMENT_CREATE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Error when testing tax payable posting - AC_DOCUMENT_CREATE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS109 - Error when testing tax payable posting - AC_DOCUMENT_CREATE ?

  The SAP error message FS109 typically occurs when there is an issue with the tax payable posting during the testing of a financial document. This error is often related to configuration issues in the tax settings or inconsistencies in the data being processed. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax rates may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data such as vendor or customer information may be incomplete or missing.
  Inconsistent Document Types: The document type being used may not be compatible with the tax settings.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency settings, especially if the transaction involves multiple currencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to review and adjust the tax codes and rates.
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly assigned to the relevant company codes and that the tax calculation procedure is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all necessary master data (vendors, customers, etc.) is complete and correctly maintained.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the master data that could affect tax calculations.
  
  
  
  Document Type Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the document type being used for the posting is compatible with the tax settings.
  Review the configuration for the document type in transaction code OBA7.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Use transaction code OB52 to check if the posting period is open for the transaction date.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or adjust the transaction date.
  
  
  
  Currency Settings:
  
  Verify that the currency settings are correct and consistent across all relevant documents.
  Check the exchange rates if the transaction involves multiple currencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  Review the user roles and profiles in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to error FS109. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FBV0 (Park Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) for further investigation.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  If the above solutions do not resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configuration.