How To Fix VLBAPI010 - Distribution not possible for Excise Tax Total ARC Status '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VLBAPI - Output Texts for Delivery BAPIs

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Distribution not possible for Excise Tax Total ARC Status '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VLBAPI010 - Distribution not possible for Excise Tax Total ARC Status '&1' ?

  The SAP error message VLBAPI010 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of excise tax totals in the context of the Advanced Returns Management (ARM) or Excise Tax functionality. The message typically arises when the system is unable to distribute the excise tax amounts due to the status of the ARC (Accountable Reporting Company) or other related configurations.
  Cause:
  
  ARC Status Issue: The error message specifically mentions the ARC status '&1', which suggests that the status of the ARC is not suitable for the distribution of excise tax totals. This could be due to the ARC being in a status that does not allow for tax distribution (e.g., inactive, blocked, or not properly configured).
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the tax settings or in the excise tax management module that prevent proper processing.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the ARC or related tax codes may be missing or incorrectly maintained.
  Document Status: The document being processed may be in a status that does not allow for excise tax distribution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check ARC Status: Review the status of the ARC in the system. Ensure that it is active and properly configured to allow for excise tax distribution.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for excise tax and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up. This includes tax codes, tax types, and any related settings in the SAP system.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., customer/vendor master records, material master records) is complete and correctly maintained.
  Document Review: Check the status of the document that is causing the error. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for excise tax processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to excise tax and ARC for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB40 (for tax configuration), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to VLBAPI010 or excise tax distribution issues in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may resolve the problem.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.