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What is 'CFOP code' in SAP FI-CA - Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable?


CFOP code - Overview

  • Component: FI-CA

  • Component Name: Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

  • Description: A code Código Fiscal de Operações e Prestações defined by the Brazilian tax authorities that describes the type of business transaction natureza de operação. A CFOP code contains information on the good's origin as well as the type of operation, such as sales, returns, stock transfers, or services. It must be printed on most notas fiscaís and it is included in most forms of legal reporting. CFOP codes are not required for the provision of most services, except for in electricity, communications, and transportation.


CFOP code - Details


  • Key Concepts: CFOP stands for “Classification of Financial Operations” and is a code used in the FI-CA Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable component of SAP. It is used to classify financial operations into different categories, such as income, expenses, assets, liabilities, etc. The CFOP code is a four-digit number that is assigned to each financial operation.
    How to use it: The CFOP code is used to identify and classify financial operations in the FI-CA Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable component of SAP. When creating a new financial operation, the user must enter the appropriate CFOP code in order for it to be properly classified. The CFOP code can also be used to search for specific financial operations within the system.
    Tips & Tricks: When entering a CFOP code, make sure that it is accurate and up-to-date. If the wrong code is entered, it could lead to incorrect classification of the financial operation. Additionally, make sure that all relevant information about the financial operation is entered into the system before assigning a CFOP code.
    Related Information: The CFOP code is part of the FI-CA Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable component of SAP. For more information about this component, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information about CFOP codes and how they are used in SAP.

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