How To Fix FF743 - First create the jurisdiction code at state level (&)

FF743 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 743

• Message text: First create the jurisdiction code at state level (&)

What causes this issue?

The settings for determining the cash discount amounts and the tax
amounts are linked to the upper level of the jurisdiction code (&).
They have not yet been defined in the system.

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?

Create the jurisdiction code and there maintain the settings for the
cash discount base and tax base.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF743 - First create the jurisdiction code at state level (&) ?

  The SAP error message FF743, which states "First create the jurisdiction code at state level (&)," typically occurs in the context of tax determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with tax jurisdictions in the United States. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a jurisdiction code for the specified state, which is necessary for processing tax calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Jurisdiction Code: The jurisdiction code for the specified state has not been created in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax codes or jurisdiction codes in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: The jurisdiction code may have been entered incorrectly or may not match the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Jurisdiction Code:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the Financial Accounting or Tax configuration).
  Go to the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Jurisdiction Codes.
  Create a new jurisdiction