F5A012 - Tax code not required for this accounting transaction - will be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Tax code not required for this accounting transaction - will be deleted.

What causes this issue?

This accounting transaction does not require a tax code.

System Response

The system issues this message, and then deletes the entry you made in
this field.

How to fix this error?

If you want to enter a tax code, select a different accounting
transaction or create a new accounting transaction accordingly.

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.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A012 - Tax code not required for this accounting transaction - will be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message F5A012 indicates that a tax code is not required for a specific accounting transaction, and as a result, it will be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings where the system expects a tax code to be present, but the transaction does not require one based on the configuration or the nature of the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Transaction Type: The accounting transaction being processed may not require a tax code. For example, certain internal transactions or non-taxable transactions do not need tax codes.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the SAP system may not align with the requirements of the transaction. This could be due to settings in the tax determination procedure or the account settings.
  Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may not be configured to require a tax code.
  Account Settings: The G/L account being used may be set up as a non-taxable account or may not be linked to any tax codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Transaction Type: Confirm that the transaction type you are processing is indeed supposed to require a tax code. If it is not, you may need to adjust your expectations or the transaction itself.
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to review the tax code determination settings.
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured for the relevant transaction types and accounts.
  
  
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used. You can do this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types.
  G/L Account Review: Verify the settings of the G/L account being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is set up correctly in the chart of accounts and that it is linked to the appropriate tax codes if necessary.
  Consult with a Tax Specialist: If you are unsure about the tax implications of the transaction, it may be beneficial to consult with a tax specialist or an SAP consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific business requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax configuration and accounting transactions to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.