How To Fix 5D771 - An entry is required in the tax table for tax class &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 771

• Message text: An entry is required in the tax table for tax class &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D771 - An entry is required in the tax table for tax class & ?

  The SAP error message 5D771 indicates that there is a missing entry in the tax table for a specific tax class. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to process a transaction that requires tax information, but the necessary tax data is not available for the specified tax class.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Tax Classification: The tax class specified in the transaction does not have a corresponding entry in the tax table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incorrect tax classifications.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the tax class field during transaction processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO for configuration) to check the tax configuration.
  Ensure that the tax class in question is correctly defined in the tax table.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Table Entries:
  
  Use transaction code OB40 to maintain the tax table entries.
  Add the missing entry for the specified tax class, ensuring that all required fields (such as tax percentage, tax type, etc.) are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., customer or vendor master records) to ensure that the correct tax class is assigned.
  If necessary, update the master data to reflect the correct tax class.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct tax class or configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OBYZ (Tax Configuration), OB40 (Maintain Tax Table), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Tax Classes: Tax classes are used to determine the applicable tax rates for transactions based on various criteria (e.g., customer type, product type).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to tax configuration issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5D771 and ensure that the necessary tax information is available for processing transactions in SAP.