EDOCUMENT_GR035 - The Tax on Sales/Purchases Code cannot be blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_GR - Messages for eDocument Greece

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The Tax on Sales/Purchases Code cannot be blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_GR035 - The Tax on Sales/Purchases Code cannot be blank ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_GR035, which states "The Tax on Sales/Purchases Code cannot be blank," typically occurs in the context of electronic document processing, particularly when dealing with tax-related transactions in SAP. This error indicates that a required field for the tax code is not filled in, which is essential for the system to process the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The most common cause of this error is that the tax code field is left blank in the document you are trying to process. This can happen if the tax code is not assigned to the relevant line item or if the tax code is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the tax settings of the SAP system, such as missing tax codes for specific transaction types or incorrect settings in the tax determination procedure.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip entering the tax code during data entry, especially in custom transactions or forms.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Assignment: Ensure that the tax code is assigned to the relevant line item in the document. You can do this by:
  
  Opening the document in question (e.g., invoice, purchase order).
  Navigating to the line item details and checking the tax code field.
  If it is blank, select the appropriate tax code from the dropdown list.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Codes: If the tax code is not available, you may need to define it in the system. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO ? IMG ? Financial Accounting ? Tax on Sales/Purchases ? Basic Settings ? Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases.
  Ensure that the necessary tax codes are created and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the tax code is defined but still not appearing, review the configuration settings for tax determination:
  
  Check the tax calculation procedure and ensure that it is correctly set up for the relevant transaction types.
  Verify that the tax codes are linked to the correct company codes and business areas.
  
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering tax codes and how to do so correctly during document entry.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices) or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) to check the documents where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the tax codes are being processed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EDOCUMENT_GR035 error and ensure that tax codes are properly assigned in your SAP transactions.