How To Fix FH078 - Only tax categories space,+,-,*,+B,-B defined for reconciliation accts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Only tax categories space,+,-,*,+B,-B defined for reconciliation accts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH078 - Only tax categories space,+,-,*,+B,-B defined for reconciliation accts ?

  The SAP error message FH078 indicates that there is an issue with the tax categories assigned to reconciliation accounts in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Specifically, it states that only certain tax categories (space, +, -, *, +B, -B) are allowed for reconciliation accounts.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A tax category that is not permitted for reconciliation accounts is assigned to a reconciliation account.
  The configuration of the tax categories in the system does not align with the requirements for reconciliation accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Category Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Records > G/L Account > Create/Change).
  Check the G/L account that is causing the error and verify the tax category assigned to it.
  Ensure that the tax category is one of the allowed values: space (no tax), + (output tax), - (input tax), * (tax-exempt), +B (output tax for special cases), or -B (input tax for special cases).
  
  
  
  Change the Tax Category:
  
  If the tax category is incorrect, change it to one of the allowed categories.
  Save the changes and try the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the tax categories or need to modify them, you may need to review the configuration settings in the system.
  Use transaction code OBYZ to review the tax category settings and ensure they are correctly defined for reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on tax categories and reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Reconciliation Accounts: These are special G/L accounts that are used to consolidate the balances of sub-ledgers (like accounts receivable and accounts payable) into the general ledger.
  Tax Categories: These are used to determine how tax is calculated and reported in financial transactions. The correct assignment of tax categories is crucial for compliance with tax regulations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.