How To Fix 3G397 - Value-added-tax code was read locally from G/L acocunt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Value-added-tax code was read locally from G/L acocunt

What causes this issue?

You are working in an integrated system. This means that Human
Resources and Accounting run in the same system. For this reason, the
function module 'BAPI_GL_ACC_GETDETAIL' has been started locally.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G397 - Value-added-tax code was read locally from G/L acocunt ?

  The SAP error message 3G397 indicates that the value-added tax (VAT) code was read locally from the General Ledger (G/L) account instead of being derived from the document or transaction. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings where the system expects a VAT code to be determined based on the transaction details, but it instead defaults to the VAT code associated with the G/L account.
  Cause:
  
  G/L Account Configuration: The G/L account may not have a default VAT code assigned, or the configuration may not be set up correctly to derive the VAT code from the transaction.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the transaction may not be configured to allow for VAT code determination.
  Transaction Data: The transaction data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading the system to default to the G/L account's VAT code.
  Customizations: Any custom logic or user exits that affect VAT determination may not be functioning as intended.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account settings in the SAP system (Transaction Code: FS00).
  Ensure that a valid VAT code is assigned to the G/L account in the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type used for the transaction (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type allows for VAT code determination.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data being posted to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the tax classification and any other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that affect VAT determination, review them to ensure they are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on VAT code determination.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the VAT code is being determined correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on VAT configuration and G/L account settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP Financials to better understand VAT handling and G/L account configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3G397 and ensure that VAT codes are determined correctly in your SAP system.