How To Fix FF602 - Specify a tax payable account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 602

• Message text: Specify a tax payable account

What causes this issue?

Function module TAX_REP_CREATE_BI_FOR_PAYMENT was called up in order to
post tax payable. This involves tax payable being transferred from tax
accounts to a tax payable account. This tax payable account was however
not copied to the function module.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF602 - Specify a tax payable account ?

  The SAP error message FF602, which states "Specify a tax payable account," typically occurs during the processing of financial transactions that involve tax calculations, such as when posting invoices or payments. This error indicates that the system requires a specific tax payable account to be defined for the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Payable Account: The tax payable account has not been specified in the configuration for the relevant tax code.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code used in the transaction may not be properly configured to link to a tax payable account.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may require a tax payable account that has not been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FF602 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  Ensure that the tax code being used in the transaction is correctly configured and has a tax payable account assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Payable Account:
  
  If the tax code does not have a tax payable account assigned, you will need to define one. This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the tax code.
  Assign the appropriate general ledger (G/L) account that will be used for tax payables.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Details:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is using the correct tax code and that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which tax payable account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to reprocess the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Configuration: Understanding how tax codes and accounts are configured in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting tax-related errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on tax configuration and error handling.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to tax configurations in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FF602 error and successfully process your financial transactions involving tax.