How To Fix F5757 - Tax codes "+B" , "-B" not defined for tax to be paid over

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Tax codes "+B" , "-B" not defined for tax to be paid over

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5757 - Tax codes "+B" , "-B" not defined for tax to be paid over ?

  The SAP error message F5757 indicates that the tax codes "+B" and "-B" are not defined for the tax to be paid over. This error typically arises in the context of tax calculations in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with tax codes that are expected to be used for tax reporting or payment purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code Definition: The tax codes "+B" (for tax to be paid) and "-B" (for tax to be refunded) are not defined in the system. This can happen if the tax codes were not created or if they were deleted.
  Configuration Issues: The tax codes may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to recognize them during transaction processing.
  Incorrect Tax Code Usage: The transaction may be using tax codes that are not applicable for the specific tax type or scenario.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Tax Codes:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO for configuration).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases.
  Check if the tax codes "+B" and "-B" are defined. If not, create them with the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured with the necessary parameters, such as tax rates and account assignments.
  Verify that the tax codes are assigned to the relevant tax types and that they comply with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Check the transaction that is generating the error to ensure that the correct tax codes are being used.
  If the transaction is using a custom or incorrect tax code, update it to use the appropriate tax code that is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to tax code configuration and usage in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Code Structure: Understand the structure and purpose of tax codes in SAP, as they are crucial for tax calculations and reporting.
  Local Tax Regulations: Ensure compliance with local tax laws and regulations, as tax codes must align with these requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before moving to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.