How To Fix CA_TTE_ADMIN070 - Tax-from role is &1 "&2", which has direction indicator "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA_TTE_ADMIN - The message class for administration tool

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Tax-from role is &1 "&2", which has direction indicator "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA_TTE_ADMIN070 - Tax-from role is &1 "&2", which has direction indicator "&3" ?

  The SAP error message CA_TTE_ADMIN070 typically relates to issues with tax roles in the Tax Management module of SAP. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of tax roles, specifically regarding the direction indicator associated with a tax role.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax role may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the tax configuration.
  Direction Indicator Issues: The direction indicator (which can be "Input", "Output", or "Both") may not be set correctly for the tax role in question. This can lead to inconsistencies in how taxes are applied or calculated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that reference the tax role, leading to this error.
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax codes associated with the role may not be defined or may be inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the tax roles in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax role is set up correctly with the appropriate parameters.
  Verify Direction Indicator: Check the direction indicator for the tax role. Make sure it is set to the correct value based on your business requirements (e.g., "Input" for purchases, "Output" for sales).
  Review Tax Codes: Ensure that all relevant tax codes are defined and active in the system. If any tax codes are missing or inactive, they should be corrected.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master and transactional data to ensure that there are no discrepancies that could be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring tax roles and resolving related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB40 (for tax codes) and OBYZ (for tax determination) to review and adjust tax settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CA_TTE_ADMIN070 error message in SAP.