How To Fix GLO_FIN_TAX_MGMT320 - No draft data exists for VAT Invoice &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_FIN_TAX_MGMT - Message Class of China Tax Invoice Management

• Message number: 320

• Message text: No draft data exists for VAT Invoice &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLO_FIN_TAX_MGMT320 - No draft data exists for VAT Invoice &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLO_FIN_TAX_MGMT320 indicates that there is no draft data available for the specified VAT invoice. This error typically occurs in the context of tax management and invoicing processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with VAT (Value Added Tax) invoices.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Draft Data: The most common cause of this error is that the system cannot find any draft data associated with the specified VAT invoice. This could happen if:
  
  The draft was never created.
  The draft was deleted or not saved properly.
  The invoice number or reference provided is incorrect.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The parameters (invoice number, company code, etc.) provided when trying to access the draft data may be incorrect or not matching any existing records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the draft data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Draft Creation: Verify if the draft for the specified VAT invoice was created. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP where drafts are managed (e.g., transaction codes like FB60 for vendor invoices or FB70 for customer invoices).
  
  
  Verify Input Parameters: Ensure that the invoice number and other parameters you are using to retrieve the draft data are correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the draft data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the permissions.
  
  
  Create a New Draft: If the draft does not exist, you may need to create a new draft for the VAT invoice. Follow the standard process for creating drafts in your SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the configuration of your tax management module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing invoices and drafts, such as FB60, FB70, or FBL1N (for vendor line items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.