How To Fix EPS333 - The system could not find a tax determination code for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 333

• Message text: The system could not find a tax determination code for contract &1

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to determine a valid tax determination code ERMWSK
for the new payment scheme sample lines from the extrapolation lines in
the billing document for contract &V1& in the module for event R511.

System Response

The system is unable to generate new payment scheme sample lines.
Processing is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

If you use the SAP module ISU_DETERMINE_BILL_AMOUNT_R511 at event R511,
make sure an entry is made in ERMWSK when extrapolation takes place.
Please note that in order to do this, billing must be defined in
Customizing as the event for tax determination for the company code.
If you have specified a module of your own for event R511, make sure
this module finds a tax determination code that is valid for the <ZH>
company code</>, your <ZH>country </>and the <ZH>entire extrapolation
period</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS333 - The system could not find a tax determination code for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPS333 indicates that the system is unable to find a tax determination code for a specific contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or sales and distribution processes where tax codes are essential for determining the correct tax treatment of transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Determination Code: The primary cause of this error is that the tax determination code has not been defined for the specific contract or the relevant business partner.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the appropriate tax code.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data records (e.g., customer/vendor master data, material master data) that are required for tax determination.
  Country-Specific Settings: The error may also occur if the country-specific tax settings are not properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Determination Code: Verify if a tax determination code exists for the contract in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or configuration settings in SAP.
  Maintain Tax Codes: If the tax determination code is missing, you may need to create or maintain the tax codes in the system. This can typically be done in the following areas:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FTXP (for maintaining tax codes) or OBYZ (for tax determination) to check and maintain the necessary tax codes.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the business partner and materials involved in the contract is complete and accurate. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect tax determination.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for tax determination in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  SPRO: Go to the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide) and navigate to the relevant sections for tax configuration.
  Tax Calculation: Ensure that the tax calculation procedures are correctly set up for the relevant country and business area.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax determination codes and their configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax determination issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the tax determination code is now being correctly identified for the contract.
  
  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 tax configuration within SAP.