How To Fix IDFISK002 - Define time range for VAT return

IDFISK002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFISK -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Define time range for VAT return

What causes this issue?

You must maintain the periodicity of the VAT return, whether it should
be monthly or quarterly.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain the relevant settings for in Customizing for Financial
Accounting, under General Ledger Accounting -> Business Transactions ->
Closing-> Report-> Electronic Communication with Authorities ->
<DS:SIMG.FOT_V_FOTETAXC>Make Settings for Electronic Communication with
Authorities</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

IDFISK002 - Details

• The SAP error message IDFISK002, which states "Define time range for VAT return," typically occurs when the system requires a specific time range to be defined for generating VAT returns. This error is often encountered in the context of financial reporting and tax compliance within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Time Range: The user has not specified a time range (start and end dates) for the VAT return.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for VAT returns may not be properly set up in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required fields or may have entered them incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IDFISK002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Time Range:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or report where you are trying to generate the VAT return.
  Look for fields labeled "Start Date" and "End Date" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate date range for the