How To Fix G0474 - Document type &1 must not post with deferred taxes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Document type &1 must not post with deferred taxes

What causes this issue?

In the settings for document type &V1&, you have specified posting level
0T (<LS>Reported Data: Currency Translation</>) and activated posting
with deferred taxes. For posting level 0T, however, only automatic
postings without deferred taxes are allowed for the automatic currency
translation.

System Response

The settings for document type &V1& are inconsistent and cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings for document type &V1& by deactivating posting with
deferred taxes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0474 - Document type &1 must not post with deferred taxes ?

  The SAP error message G0474, which states "Document type &1 must not post with deferred taxes," typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document using a document type that is not configured to allow deferred tax postings. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with tax codes that are set up for immediate tax posting rather than deferred tax posting.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using is not configured to allow deferred tax postings. This is often a configuration issue in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Tax Code Settings: The tax code associated with the transaction may not be set up to allow deferred tax postings.
  Posting Period: The posting period may not be open for the type of transaction you are trying to execute.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may inherently not support deferred tax postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify that the document type you are using is configured correctly for deferred tax postings. If necessary, adjust the settings to allow deferred tax postings.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the tax code being used (Transaction Code: FTXP).
  Ensure that the tax code is set up to allow deferred tax postings. If it is not, you may need to create a new tax code or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the type of transaction you are trying to post. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator. They can provide guidance on the appropriate settings and ensure that changes are made in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document types and tax codes for further understanding of how these elements interact.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct document types and tax codes to use for different types of transactions to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G0474 error and successfully post your financial documents in SAP.