How To Fix DEFTAX_MX060 - Activate "Call Transaction" if you use FB01 to have tax items cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DEFTAX_MX - Message Class : Deferred Tax Localisation for Mexico

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Activate "Call Transaction" if you use FB01 to have tax items cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DEFTAX_MX060 - Activate "Call Transaction" if you use FB01 to have tax items cleared ?

  The SAP error message DEFTAX_MX060 typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial document using transaction FB01, and the system requires that the "Call Transaction" option is activated for tax items to be cleared properly. This error is related to the handling of tax items in the Mexican localization of SAP, which has specific requirements for tax processing.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system is configured to require the "Call Transaction" method for processing tax items. When using FB01, if this option is not activated, the system cannot process the tax items correctly, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the "Call Transaction" option in the configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG):
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings.
  
  
  
  Activate Call Transaction:
  
  Look for the option related to "Call Transaction" for tax items. This may be under a section that deals with tax processing or document posting.
  Ensure that the option is activated.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to transaction FB01 and try posting the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check SAP Notes and documentation related to tax processing in Mexico, as there may be specific guidelines or additional settings required for compliance with local tax regulations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DEFTAX_MX060 error and successfully post your financial documents with the required tax items.