How To Fix CL_MSG_HU629 - Tax group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_MSG_HU - Message Class for Hungary

• Message number: 629

• Message text: Tax group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_MSG_HU629 - Tax group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CL_MSG_HU629, which states "Tax group & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified tax group in the configuration. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the processing of sales orders, invoices, or other financial transactions where tax calculations are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Group Configuration: The tax group specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a missing configuration in the tax settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (such as customer or vendor records) may reference a tax group that has not been defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the tax group was recently created or modified in a different environment (like development or quality assurance) and not transported to the production environment, it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Define Tax Groups).
  Verify if the tax group in question is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant customer or vendor to ensure that the correct tax group is assigned.
  You can use transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors) to view the details.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the tax group was recently created, ensure that the transport request containing the new tax group has been successfully imported into the production environment.
  If it has not been transported, you may need to do so or create the tax group manually in the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that the tax group settings align with your organization's tax requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Configuration: Understanding how tax groups are configured in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing the different types of tax codes and how they relate to tax groups.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the tax calculations are working as expected and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.