How To Fix FICUSTOM227 - Tax cannot be calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Tax cannot be calculated

What causes this issue?

You have entered different tax codes for different G/L account items and
have tried to calculate the tax for these tax codes. For this, you have
selected the <LS>Tax Amounts</> function in the single document overview
or in the screen for entering the G/L account item and have selected the
<LS>Calculate Tax</> field.

System Response

The program cannot calculate the tax.

How to fix this error?

To calculate the tax, proceed as follows:
Select the <LS>Calculate Tax</> field in the single document overview.
Save the request.
You do not need to enter the tax amounts manually. If, however, you want
to enter taxes manually, deselect the <LS>Calculate Tax</> field in the
single document display and enter the tax amounts by choosing <LS>G/L
Acct Items -> Tax Amounts</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM227 - Tax cannot be calculated ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM227, which states "Tax cannot be calculated," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system is unable to determine the appropriate tax amount for a given transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes of FICUSTOM227
  
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax rates may not be properly configured in the system. This can include missing entries in the tax tables or incorrect settings in the tax determination process.
  
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code used in the transaction may not be valid or may not be applicable for the specific transaction type or jurisdiction.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the necessary tax information, such as tax classification or tax jurisdiction.
  
  
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on tax calculation, leading to the inability to calculate tax.
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings: Different countries have specific tax regulations, and if the country settings are not correctly configured, it can lead to tax calculation issues.
  
  
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the transaction may not be set up to allow tax calculation.
  
  
  Solutions to FICUSTOM227
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to review and configure tax codes and rates.
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly defined and that the relevant tax rates are active.
  
  
  
  Validate Tax Codes:
  
  Verify that the tax code used in the transaction is valid and applicable. You can check this in the tax code configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant customer, vendor, or material to ensure that the tax classification and jurisdiction are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Examine Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used allows for tax calculation. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings:
  
  Review the country-specific settings in the SAP system to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the document type being used to ensure it is set up to allow tax calculations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax calculation errors. You can use the SAP Support Portal for this.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Code Configuration), OVK1 (Tax Classification), and OB40 (Tax Determination).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP Financials and tax configuration.