How To Fix 9P200 - Target tax code for & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9P - Russia and Ukraine class messages for development

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Target tax code for & does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9P200 - Target tax code for & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "9P200 Target tax code for & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of tax determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with tax codes in financial transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid tax code for the specified transaction or document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The specified target tax code does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or the tax code not being created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax determination procedure may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate tax code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that references the tax code.
  Tax Code Deactivation: The tax code may have been deactivated or deleted in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Codes) to verify if the tax code exists.
  Ensure that the tax code is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the tax determination procedure assigned to the relevant transaction type. Ensure that the procedure is correctly set up to map the transaction to the appropriate tax code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction or document where the error occurred. Ensure that the tax code is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Create or Reactivate Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code FTXP. If it has been deactivated, you can reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's tax setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration), FTXP (for creating or changing tax codes), and SPRO (for accessing configuration settings).
  Tax Jurisdictions: Ensure that the tax codes are correctly assigned to the relevant tax jurisdictions, especially if your organization operates in multiple regions with different tax requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the tax codes are being applied correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.