How To Fix J_3RVATD005 - Program error: gt_section not found for return version &1, section &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J_3RVATD - New VAT Declaration: Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Program error: gt_section not found for return version &1, section &2

What causes this issue?

A program error has occurred: <LS>gt_section</> was not found.

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?

Contact SAP support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J_3RVATD005 - Program error: gt_section not found for return version &1, section &2 ?

  The SAP error message J_3RVATD005 indicates that there is a program error related to the VAT return processing in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the system could not find the specified return version and section in the internal table gt_section. This typically occurs in the context of VAT reporting, particularly when generating or processing VAT returns.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The return version or section specified may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to VAT returns, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database tables that the program relies on.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the VAT return processing logic, they may not be handling certain cases correctly, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that some necessary objects or configurations were not transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for VAT returns in the SAP system. Ensure that the return version and section you are trying to access are correctly defined in the configuration.
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBD2 (for VAT return configuration) to check the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data: Check the underlying data for the VAT return. Ensure that all necessary entries exist and are correct. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant database tables.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the program to identify where the error occurs. This may help you understand why the gt_section is not being populated correctly.
  
  
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP may have released patches or notes that address this specific issue. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for VAT processing, such as J1BN (for VAT return processing) and J1B1N (for VAT return display).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to VAT reporting and returns to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.