How To Fix FF401 - Plants abroad are incompatible with jurisdiction code, &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Plants abroad are incompatible with jurisdiction code, &1 &2 &3

What causes this issue?

Beware: This text is included in message long text of message M8 323.
You are posting in company code &V1& with tax code &V2&. For this tax
code, reporting country &V3&, which uses jurisdiction codes, was defined
The <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBWERK>Plants Abroad</> function is active. This
function requires that <ZH>no</> tax calculation with jurisdiction codes
is used, also in the reporting country defined in the jurisdiction code.
For more information, see SAP Help Portal under
<DS:KENO.42010AEE2A891EDAA0974DB67B9C9B0E>Plants Abroad </>
(www.help.sap.com/erp -> <LS>Application Help</> -> <LS>SAP Library</>
-> <LS>SAP ERP Central Component</> -> <LS>Accounting</> -> <LS>
Financial Accounting (FI)</> -> <LS>Financial Accounting - General
Topics</> -> <LS>Taxes (FI-AP/AR) </> -> <LS>Tax on Sales/Purchases,
Sales Taxes, and Additional Taxes</>).

System Response

If this message is an error message, the posting is not saved.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

If you nevertheless want to post this document, then you have two
options. In the first option, in Customizing, under
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFORFBOBA5STEU>Change Message Control for Taxes </>, you
can change the message category for the following messages:
Application area FF: Message no. 401
Application area M8 Message no. 323
In the second option, you use enhancement spot FI_TAX_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE
(<DS:TRAN.SE18>BAdI Builder</>) context-dependently.
SAP recommends that you do not switch off the error messages.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF401 - Plants abroad are incompatible with jurisdiction code, &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message FF401, which states "Plants abroad are incompatible with jurisdiction code, &1 &2 &3," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving plants or locations that are outside the jurisdiction of the specified code. This error is often related to the configuration of tax codes, jurisdiction codes, or the settings of the plants in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Jurisdiction Code Mismatch: The jurisdiction code assigned to the plant does not match the expected codes for the transaction being processed. This can happen if the plant is located in a different country or region that has different tax regulations.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the plants in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, particularly in relation to tax settings and jurisdiction codes.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying plant records or transaction documents can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Go to the plant configuration in SAP and verify that the jurisdiction code is correctly assigned to the plant.
  Ensure that the plant is set up correctly for the country in which it operates.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Check the tax codes associated with the transaction. Ensure that they are compatible with the jurisdiction code of the plant.
  If necessary, update the tax codes to reflect the correct jurisdiction.
  
  
  
  Update Jurisdiction Codes:
  
  If the jurisdiction code is incorrect, update it to match the appropriate code for the plant's location.
  This may involve consulting with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on jurisdiction codes and plant configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and tax codes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OX10 (for plant configuration) or OBYZ (for tax code configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on jurisdiction codes and their implications in financial transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FF401 error and ensure that your SAP system is configured correctly for plants operating in different jurisdictions.