How To Fix EAR_LEGAL_REPORT053 - Acc. Method for STRKZ &, BUKRS & and Cls & is missing in view V_EARTAXID1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAR_LEGAL_REPORT - ARGENTINA: Legal report message class

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Acc. Method for STRKZ &, BUKRS & and Cls & is missing in view V_EARTAXID1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT053 - Acc. Method for STRKZ &, BUKRS & and Cls & is missing in view V_EARTAXID1 ?

  The SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT053 indicates that there is a missing account assignment method for a specific combination of the fields STRKZ (Tax Type), BUKRS (Company Code), and Cls (Classification) in the view V_EARTAXID1. This error typically arises when generating legal reports that require specific tax-related configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account assignment method for the specified tax type and company code has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the tax type, company code, or classification that does not match any existing configuration.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not have been properly configured to handle the required tax types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Account Assignment for Tax Types.
  Ensure that the account assignment method for the specified STRKZ (Tax Type), BUKRS (Company Code), and Cls (Classification) is defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain View V_EARTAXID1:
  
  If the required entry is missing, you will need to create it. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you define account assignments.
  Ensure that the combination of STRKZ, BUKRS, and Cls is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Verify that the data being used to generate the report is correct. Check for any discrepancies in the tax type, company code, or classification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to legal reporting and tax configurations to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the report generation again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB40 (for maintaining tax codes) and OBYZ (for tax determination).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on legal reporting configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax reporting.