How To Fix FF860 - Credit/debit indicator for tax-relevant item <> tax item &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FF - FI Function Module Messages

• Message number: 860

• Message text: Credit/debit indicator for tax-relevant item <> tax item &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FF860 - Credit/debit indicator for tax-relevant item <> tax item &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message FF860 indicates an issue with the credit/debit indicator for a tax-relevant item in a financial transaction. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of tax items and their associated credit/debit indicators.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Indicators: The credit/debit indicator for the tax-relevant item does not match the expected indicator for the tax item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the tax configuration or in the account determination settings.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assigned to the tax item may not be set up correctly to handle the credit/debit indicators.
  Transaction Type Issues: The type of transaction being processed may not be compatible with the tax item settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (for account determination) and verify the settings for the tax accounts.
  Ensure that the credit/debit indicators are correctly set for the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Use transaction code FTXP to review the tax codes and their settings. Ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured with the appropriate credit/debit indicators.
  
  
  
  Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account assignment for the transaction. Ensure that the accounts being used are set up to handle the tax items correctly.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction type being processed is appropriate for the tax item. If necessary, adjust the transaction type or the associated tax item settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB40: Account determination
  FTXP: Maintain tax codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.