How To Fix CA_TTE638 - Decimal places for tax calculation populated &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA_TTE - TTE Messages

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Decimal places for tax calculation populated &1

What causes this issue?

The decimal places &V1& for rounding are populated to TTE pricing for
calculation purposes.
Country: &V2&
Legal entity: &V3&
Business place: &V4&

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The decimal places for rounding can be defined in the customizing
(country specific settings) depending on country, legal entity and
business place.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA_TTE638 - Decimal places for tax calculation populated &1 ?

  The SAP error message CA_TTE638, which states "Decimal places for tax calculation populated &1," typically occurs in the context of tax calculation in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with tax codes and their configuration. This error indicates that there is an issue with the number of decimal places defined for tax calculations in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The number of decimal places defined for a tax code in the system does not match the expected format or is not set correctly.
  Data Entry Error: When entering tax-related data, the values may have more decimal places than allowed by the system configuration.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the tax calculation settings in different areas of the system (e.g., between the tax code and the relevant master data).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or FTXP for tax codes) to review the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the number of decimal places for the tax code is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Decimal Places:
  
  If the tax code is set to a certain number of decimal places, ensure that all related entries (e.g., pricing conditions, master data) conform to this setting.
  You may need to adjust the decimal places in the configuration if they are not aligned with the business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., vendor/customer master records) to ensure that the tax-related fields are populated correctly and do not exceed the allowed decimal places.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on configuring tax codes and handling decimal places.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration, such as OBYZ, FTXP, and OB40.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in tax calculations, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect how tax is calculated and displayed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration for further assistance.