How To Fix FSBP_TAX_COMP018 - Assessment date &1 must not be in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_TAX_COMP - Messages for Tax Compliance

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Assessment date &1 must not be in the future

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_TAX_COMP018 - Assessment date &1 must not be in the future ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_TAX_COMP018 indicates that the assessment date specified in a tax-related transaction is set to a future date, which is not allowed by the system. This error typically occurs in the context of tax assessments, where the system expects the assessment date to be either today or a date in the past.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the user has inadvertently entered a date that is later than the current date.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may restrict certain transactions to only allow past or current dates for compliance reasons.
  Data Migration or Upload Issues: If data is being uploaded or migrated into the system, future dates may have been included erroneously.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Assessment Date: Review the assessment date entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is set to today’s date or a date in the past.
  Correct the Date: If the date is in the future, change it to a valid date (today or earlier).
  Review Transaction Logic: If this error occurs during a specific transaction, review the logic or workflow to ensure that future dates are not being set inadvertently.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date to use, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's tax compliance guidelines.
  System Configuration: If you believe the configuration is too restrictive, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to tax assessments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to tax assessments in SAP, such as FSBP (Tax Management).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering assessment dates to avoid this error in the future.
  Testing: If changes are made to the system configuration, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure compliance with the system's requirements regarding assessment dates.