How To Fix FF793 - SYST: Tax jurisdiction code at lowest level not transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 793

• Message text: SYST: Tax jurisdiction code at lowest level not transferred

What causes this issue?

The application has not transferred the tax jurisdiction code at the
lowest level (TXJDP) to the Accounting interface.

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 FF793 - SYST: Tax jurisdiction code at lowest level not transferred ?

  The SAP error message FF793, which states "SYST: Tax jurisdiction code at lowest level not transferred," typically occurs in the context of tax calculations in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with tax jurisdiction codes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or transfer the appropriate tax jurisdiction code for a transaction, which is necessary for accurate tax calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction Code: The tax jurisdiction code may not be defined for the specific location or transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of tax codes or jurisdiction codes in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: The master data for the customer or vendor may not have the correct tax jurisdiction code assigned.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not be set up to handle the specific tax jurisdiction code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Jurisdiction Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (for tax jurisdiction codes) and ensure that the jurisdiction codes are correctly defined for the relevant country and region.
  Verify that the jurisdiction codes are properly assigned to the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data of the customer or vendor involved in the transaction. Ensure that the correct tax jurisdiction code is assigned.
  Use transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors) to review the master data.
  
  
  
  Transaction Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being processed is configured to handle tax jurisdiction codes. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant financial document types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists. This can help confirm whether the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to tax jurisdiction codes for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Jurisdiction Codes: These codes are used to determine the applicable tax rates based on the location of the transaction. They are crucial for compliance with local tax regulations.
  SAP Configuration: Proper configuration of tax codes and jurisdiction codes is essential for accurate financial reporting and compliance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarity with relevant transaction codes (e.g., OBYZ, XD03, MK03) can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to tax jurisdiction codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FF793 error in your SAP system.