How To Fix FS805 - Validity of registration &1 needs to fall after January 1 2015 for MOSS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Validity of registration &1 needs to fall after January 1 2015 for MOSS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS805 - Validity of registration &1 needs to fall after January 1 2015 for MOSS ?

  The SAP error message FS805 indicates an issue related to the validity of registration for the Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS) scheme, which is used for VAT purposes in the European Union. This error typically arises when the registration date for MOSS is set incorrectly or does not comply with the required date constraints.
  Cause:
  The error message FS805 occurs when the validity date of the registration for MOSS is set to a date that is before January 1, 2015. The MOSS scheme was introduced in the EU on this date, and any registrations must be valid from this point onward. If the registration date is set to an earlier date, the system will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the FS805 error, you need to ensure that the registration date for MOSS is set correctly. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Registration Date: Go to the relevant transaction in SAP where the MOSS registration is maintained (usually in the VAT or tax configuration area).
  
  
  Update Validity Date: Change the validity date of the MOSS registration to a date that is on or after January 1, 2015. This may involve editing the registration details in the system.
  
  
  Save Changes: After updating the date, save the changes and recheck if the error persists.
  
  
  Testing: Perform a test transaction that would trigger the MOSS registration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  MOSS Overview: The Mini One Stop Shop (MOSS) is a scheme that simplifies VAT compliance for businesses selling digital services to consumers in the EU. It allows businesses to register in one EU member state and report VAT for all EU sales through that single registration.
  
  
  VAT Compliance: Ensure that your organization is compliant with VAT regulations in the EU, especially if you are dealing with cross-border sales of digital services.
  
  
  SAP Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the SAP configuration settings related to VAT and MOSS to avoid similar issues in the future. This may include understanding how to set up tax codes, registration details, and reporting requirements.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for detailed guidance on handling VAT and MOSS-related configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FS805 error and ensure that your MOSS registration is valid and compliant with EU regulations.