How To Fix FICUSTOM046 - Tax is posted to the top funds center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Tax is posted to the top funds center

What causes this issue?

You are posting a tax item in the component <LS> Funds Management
Government</>. Tax items are usually distributed proportionately to
expense items or revenue items in accordance with the settings in
Customizing (refer to the documentation for IMG activity
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_OFUP>"Make Other Settings "</>). However, this is not
possible, as the existing posting does not contain expense items or
revenue items.

System Response

The tax item is automatically posted to the top funds center.

How to fix this error?

You can use a funds transfer to distribute the funds from the top funds
center to other funds centers.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can deactivate this warning, if necessary, in <LS>Funds Management
Government</> Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM046 - Tax is posted to the top funds center ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM046 indicates that there is an issue with the posting of tax amounts to the top funds center in the context of fund management. This error typically arises when the system attempts to post tax amounts to a funds center that is not allowed or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The funds center may not be set up correctly in the system, or the tax posting rules may not be aligned with the funds center structure.
  Posting to Top Funds Center: The system is trying to post tax amounts directly to a top-level funds center, which is generally not allowed as tax amounts should be allocated to specific lower-level funds centers.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the funds centers, such as missing or incorrect assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the funds centers and ensure that they are set up correctly to allow tax postings. This includes checking the tax codes and their assignment to the appropriate funds centers.
  Posting Rules: Ensure that the posting rules for tax amounts are correctly defined in the system. This may involve adjusting the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Funds Management (FM) modules.
  Use Lower-Level Funds Centers: Instead of posting to the top funds center, ensure that tax amounts are posted to the appropriate lower-level funds centers that are designated for such postings.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the funds centers involved in the transaction. Ensure that all necessary assignments and configurations are in place.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring tax postings in the context of funds management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Funds Center) or FMX2 (Change Funds Center) to manage funds center configurations.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If custom logic is involved in the posting process, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect how tax postings are handled.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials and Funds Management.