How To Fix FF842 - Condition type &1 tax code &2 tax date &3 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Condition type &1 tax code &2 tax date &3 not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF842 - Condition type &1 tax code &2 tax date &3 not available ?

  The SAP error message FF842 indicates that a specific condition type for a tax code on a particular tax date is not available. This error typically arises in the context of tax calculations, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) or financial accounting (FI) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Records: The most common cause of this error is that there are no condition records maintained for the specified condition type and tax code in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code specified may not be valid or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Date Issues: The tax date provided may fall outside the range of valid condition records, meaning that the system cannot find applicable records for that date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax calculation settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Go to the transaction code VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to check if the condition records for the specified condition type and tax code exist.
  If they do not exist, create the necessary condition records.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Code:
  
  Ensure that the tax code specified in the error message is valid and correctly configured in the system. You can check this in transaction OB40 (Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  
  
  
  Review Tax Date:
  
  Check the tax date being used in the transaction. Ensure that it falls within the valid range of the condition records. If necessary, adjust the date or create new condition records for the required date.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for tax calculation in the system. This can be done in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under the Financial Accounting (FI) or Sales and Distribution (SD) sections, depending on where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the condition types, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  OB40: Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases
  SPRO: Access to configuration settings
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Familiarize yourself with the condition types relevant to your business processes, as they can vary based on the industry and specific configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax calculations and condition types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FF842 error and ensure that the necessary condition records are in place for tax calculations.