How To Fix F5753 - G/L account is not relevant for taxes on sales/purchases

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 753

• Message text: G/L account is not relevant for taxes on sales/purchases

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5753 - G/L account is not relevant for taxes on sales/purchases ?

  The SAP error message F5753, which states "G/L account is not relevant for taxes on sales/purchases," typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves tax calculations, but the General Ledger (G/L) account you are using is not configured to handle sales or purchase taxes.
  Cause:
  
  G/L Account Configuration: The G/L account you are trying to use is not marked as relevant for tax on sales/purchases in the account settings.
  Account Type: The account may be set up as a balance sheet account or another type that does not allow for tax postings.
  Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be compatible with the G/L account.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to post may not be appropriate for the G/L account in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account master data (transaction code FS00).
  Verify that the account is set up correctly. Specifically, check the following:
  
  The account should be marked as "Tax relevant" for sales/purchases.
  Ensure that the account type is appropriate for the transaction (e.g., revenue or expense accounts for sales/purchases).
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify G/L Account Settings:
  
  If the account is not set as relevant for taxes, you may need to change the settings. This typically requires authorization, so you may need to work with your finance or SAP administrator.
  In the account settings, ensure that the "Tax category" is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Check the tax code being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is valid and compatible with the G/L account.
  You can review tax codes in the configuration settings (transaction code OBYZ).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to configure G/L accounts for tax relevance.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to G/L account settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5753 error and successfully post your transaction. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.