How To Fix GK863 - Document type & can not be posted with deferred taxes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Document type & can not be posted with deferred taxes

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& supports the treatment of
<DS:GLOS.deferred_taxes>deferred taxes.</>
This setting cannot be accepted for the <DS:GLOS.posting_level>posting
levels</> 02, 12 and 22 because they deal with entries for the
preparation of divestitures.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Do not activate the treatment of deferred taxes in document type &V1&,
or use a different document type for the entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK863 - Document type & can not be posted with deferred taxes ?

  The SAP error message GK863 indicates that a specific document type cannot be posted with deferred taxes. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting when there are issues related to tax configuration or document type settings.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used may not be configured to allow deferred tax postings. This can happen if the document type is set up in a way that does not support tax deferral.
  
  
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code associated with the transaction may not be compatible with deferred tax postings. Certain tax codes may be restricted from being used in conjunction with deferred taxes.
  
  
  Posting Period: The posting period may not be open for the type of transaction you are trying to execute, which can lead to restrictions on posting.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The nature of the transaction (e.g., whether it is a sales or purchase transaction) may not align with the requirements for deferred tax postings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type is set up to allow deferred tax postings. You may need to adjust the settings or create a new document type that supports deferred taxes.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Check the tax codes being used in the transaction (Transaction Code: OB40).
  Ensure that the tax codes are configured correctly and are allowed for deferred tax postings.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period:
  
  Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to post (Transaction Code: OB52).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or adjust the transaction date.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the appropriate document type to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on deferred tax postings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax configuration and document types for further insights.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK863 error and implement a solution to resolve it.