How To Fix /CEERE/DM034 - Tax office was locked for calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CEERE/DM -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Tax office was locked for calculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CEERE/DM034 - Tax office was locked for calculation ?

  The SAP error message /CEERE/DM034 Tax office was locked for calculation typically indicates that the tax office you are trying to access for tax calculation is currently locked, preventing any further processing or calculations related to that tax office. This can occur for various reasons, such as system maintenance, data inconsistencies, or administrative actions.
  Causes:
  
  System Maintenance: The tax office may be locked due to scheduled maintenance or updates being performed in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the tax office data that require resolution before it can be unlocked.
  Administrative Lock: An administrator may have manually locked the tax office for specific reasons, such as data validation or correction.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the tax office setup can lead to locking issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify the status of the tax office in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display) to check if the tax office is indeed locked.
  Contact Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact your SAP system administrator or the person responsible for tax office management to inquire about the lock and request unlocking if appropriate.
  Review Logs: Check system logs for any messages or errors related to the tax office that might provide more context on why it is locked.
  Data Correction: If the lock is due to data inconsistencies, work with your finance or tax team to correct any issues in the tax office data.
  System Maintenance: If the lock is due to scheduled maintenance, wait until the maintenance is completed and the tax office is unlocked.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Table Display
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on tax office configuration and management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax office locking.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.