How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1801 - Cannot determine any transfer posting runs for deferred tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Cannot determine any transfer posting runs for deferred tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1801 - Cannot determine any transfer posting runs for deferred tax ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1801 Cannot determine any transfer posting runs for deferred tax typically occurs in the context of deferred tax accounting, particularly when trying to process or post deferred tax entries. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any relevant transfer posting runs that are necessary for the deferred tax calculations or postings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Transfer Posting Runs: The most common cause is that there are no transfer posting runs created for the specified period or for the relevant company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the deferred tax settings in the system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the tax configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from identifying the necessary transfer postings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the transfer posting runs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transfer Posting Runs: Verify if there are any transfer posting runs created for the relevant period. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., transaction code for deferred tax postings) and checking the postings.
  Create Transfer Posting Runs: If no transfer posting runs exist, you may need to create them. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction for deferred tax processing.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for deferred tax in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured, including tax codes and account determination.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process transfer posting runs. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to deferred tax processing for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  S_ALR_87012357: Deferred Tax Report
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financials and tax processing.