How To Fix FI321 - Tax settings have not been made in Customizing for FM; use transactn OFUP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Tax settings have not been made in Customizing for FM; use transactn OFUP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI321 - Tax settings have not been made in Customizing for FM; use transactn OFUP ?

  The SAP error message FI321 indicates that tax settings have not been properly configured in the Customizing settings for Funds Management (FM). This error typically arises when you are trying to process a transaction that requires tax determination, but the necessary tax configuration has not been completed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the tax settings for Funds Management have not been defined in the system. This could be due to a lack of configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect or Incomplete Customizing: The settings for tax codes, tax types, or tax categories may not be fully set up or may be incorrect.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction you are trying to execute may not be compatible with the current tax settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI321 error, you need to ensure that the tax settings for Funds Management are correctly configured. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Tax Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Public Sector Management -> Funds Management -> Master Data -> Define Tax Settings.
  Alternatively, you can use the transaction code OFUP directly to access the relevant configuration screen.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the necessary tax codes are defined and that they are linked to the appropriate tax categories and types.
  Check if the tax codes are assigned to the relevant FM account assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Categories:
  
  Verify that the tax categories are correctly set up and that they correspond to the tax codes you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the correct configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OFUP: Tax settings for Funds Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI321 error and ensure that your tax settings for Funds Management are correctly configured.