How To Fix FAGL_CL_CORE003 - RE_ACCOUNT could not be determined for the tax items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CL_CORE - Cash Ledger Core

• Message number: 003

• Message text: RE_ACCOUNT could not be determined for the tax items

What causes this issue?

The cash flow analysis for FI-CA documents is active. However, the
system could not determine the value for the causing revenue.

System Response

The posting is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain Customizing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable under
<LS> Closing Operations -> Cash Flow Analysis -> Define Tax Accounts
</>.
For more information, see the documentation on the Customizing activity.

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 FAGL_CL_CORE003 - RE_ACCOUNT could not be determined for the tax items ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CL_CORE003, which states "RE_ACCOUNT could not be determined for the tax items," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with tax-related postings in the General Ledger (G/L) accounts. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate reconciliation account for tax items during the posting process.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The reconciliation account for tax items may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the tax codes or tax accounts are not linked correctly to the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code used in the transaction may not be set up correctly or may not have a corresponding G/L account assigned.
  
  
  Account Determination Issues: The account determination settings in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the correct account for tax postings.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the vendor or customer may not be complete or may not have the necessary tax information.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (for tax code configuration) and ensure that the tax codes used in the transaction are correctly configured with the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  
  Review G/L Account Settings:
  
  Check the G/L account settings in transaction code FS00 to ensure that the reconciliation accounts for tax items are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Account Determination:
  
  Review the account determination settings in transaction code OBYZ (for tax account determination) to ensure that the system can determine the correct accounts for the tax codes used.
  
  
  
  Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data in transaction codes XK02 (for vendors) or FD02 (for customers) to ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Test Posting:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax configuration and account determination for more detailed instructions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above areas, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP FI/CO expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FAGL_CL_CORE003 error message in your SAP system.