How To Fix SAFTN_XX206 - Parameter &1/&2 and sequence &3 has invalid reference field

SAFTN_XX206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Parameter &1/&2 and sequence &3 has invalid reference field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFTN_XX206 - Parameter &1/&2 and sequence &3 has invalid reference field ?

  The SAP error message SAFTN_XX206 indicates that there is an issue with the reference field in a specific parameter and sequence in the context of the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting. This error typically arises when the data being processed does not conform to the expected structure or rules defined for the SAFT file.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference Field: The error suggests that the reference field specified in the parameters does not match the expected format or is not valid for the given sequence.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the fields that are supposed to be referenced.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the SAFT reporting might not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in expected values.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the SAFT file being generated may not align with the requirements of the tax authority or the specific implementation in your SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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