How To Fix SAFTN_XX205 - Parameter &1/&2 has missing tabname, fieldname or kind

SAFTN_XX205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFTN_XX - SAF-T Cross-Module, Cross-Country

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Parameter &1/&2 has missing tabname, fieldname or kind

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SAFTN_XX205 - Details

• The SAP error message SAFTN_XX205 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration or data related to the SAP Application Framework for Tax Number (SAFTN). Specifically, the error message states that a parameter is missing a required tab name, field name, or kind. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of tax-related data, particularly when generating or processing reports related to tax compliance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise if the configuration for the tax reporting is incomplete or incorrect. This could involve missing entries in the relevant tables or settings that define how tax data should be structured.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data being processed lacks the necessary fields or identifiers, the system may not be able to locate the required information, leading to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system that interact with tax reporting, they may