How To Fix 9P613 - Enter an output tax code for old code and an input tax code for new code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 613

• Message text: Enter an output tax code for old code and an input tax code for new code

What causes this issue?

You cannot save an entry with the error code 03 (<LS>Incoming 0%
Operations</>) if the old code is not an output tax code and the new
code is not an input tax code.
Error code 03 indicates that you want to change the default target tax
code of an incoming 0% invoice, which is linked to an outgoing 0%
invoice. Thus, the old code has to be the tax code of the outgoing 0%
invoice and the new code has to be target tax code of the linked
incoming invoice.

System Response

The system does not save the entry.

How to fix this error?

Enter an output tax code in the <LS>Old Code</> field and an input tax
code in the <LS>New Code</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9P613 - Enter an output tax code for old code and an input tax code for new code ?

  The SAP error message 9P613 indicates that there is an issue with the tax codes being used in a transaction, specifically when dealing with changes in tax codes. This error typically arises in the context of tax code changes in the system, particularly when you are trying to update or change tax codes in a financial document or transaction.
  Cause:
  The error message 9P613 occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to change a tax code in a transaction, but the system requires that you specify both an output tax code for the old code and an input tax code for the new code.
  The tax code you are trying to change does not have the necessary corresponding tax codes defined in the system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of tax codes in the system, such as missing or incorrectly defined tax codes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the tax code settings.
  Ensure that the old tax code has a corresponding output tax code and that the new tax code has a corresponding input tax code defined.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Codes:
  
  If you are changing a tax code in a document, ensure that you enter the correct output tax code for the old tax code and the correct input tax code for the new tax code.
  If necessary, consult with your finance or tax department to confirm the correct tax codes to use.
  
  
  
  Review Document:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a specific document, review the document for any inconsistencies in the tax code entries.
  Make sure that all line items in the document have the correct tax codes assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and notes that can provide additional guidance or fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Code Configuration: Understanding how tax codes are configured in SAP is crucial. Tax codes are typically defined in the Financial Accounting (FI) module and are used to determine how taxes are calculated on transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Define Tax Codes) and FTXP (Maintain Tax Codes) for managing tax codes in SAP.
  Documentation: Always refer to your organization's documentation or SAP help resources for specific guidelines related to tax code management and compliance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.