How To Fix 63712 - CoCd &, tax ID &: Tax rate cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 712

• Message text: CoCd &, tax ID &: Tax rate cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63712 - CoCd &, tax ID &: Tax rate cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message 63712, which states "CoCd &, tax ID &: Tax rate cannot be determined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid tax rate for a specific combination of company code (CoCd) and tax identification number (tax ID). This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, sales order creation, or when posting transactions that involve tax calculations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax rate for the specified company code and tax ID may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Tax ID: The tax ID entered may not be valid or may not correspond to the company code.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: If the tax jurisdiction is not set up correctly, the system may not be able to determine the applicable tax rate.
  Master Data Issues: The customer or vendor master data may not have the correct tax information.
  Tax Code Not Assigned: The relevant tax code may not be assigned to the transaction or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or similar, depending on your version) to check the tax configuration for the relevant company code and tax ID.
  Ensure that the tax rates are defined for the specific tax codes applicable to the company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax ID:
  
  Ensure that the tax ID entered is correct and corresponds to the company code being used.
  Check if the tax ID is active and valid in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Jurisdiction:
  
  If applicable, check the tax jurisdiction settings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Use transaction code OBB8 to review jurisdiction codes and their associated tax rates.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the customer or vendor master data to ensure that the correct tax information is maintained.
  Use transaction codes XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors) to check the tax information.
  
  
  
  Assign Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the relevant tax codes are assigned to the transaction type you are working with.
  Check the configuration in OBYZ or FTXP to ensure that the tax codes are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Configuration), FTXP (Maintain Tax Codes), and OBB8 (Tax Jurisdiction).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax configuration issues that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax configurations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration.