How To Fix FICUSTOM_CORE001 - VAT tax with amounts <> 0 is not allowed for GR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM_CORE - Customizable Messages for Funds Management - CORE

• Message number: 001

• Message text: VAT tax with amounts <> 0 is not allowed for GR

What causes this issue?

The current processing Goods Receipt is VAT Tax relevant and the
automatic DPC entry is not allowed.

System Response

The Automatic Down Payment Clearing lines will not be generated for this
processing.

How to fix this error?

This is a customizable message with default value 'W' to inform that no
automatic down payment clearing entries will be created in reference to
this document. It is possible to change the message type to 'E' to stop
the entire posting or '-' to hide this message. Use the transaction SM30
to maintain the view V_T100C using Application Area FICUSTOM_CORE and
message number 001.

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 FICUSTOM_CORE001 - VAT tax with amounts <> 0 is not allowed for GR ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM_CORE001 indicates that there is an issue with the VAT tax configuration in relation to Goods Receipt (GR) transactions. Specifically, it states that VAT tax with amounts not equal to zero is not allowed for the GR process. This typically occurs when the system expects that no VAT should be applied to the goods being received, but the transaction is attempting to process a VAT amount.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly for the specific transaction type or vendor.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code used in the transaction may not be valid for the type of goods being received or may not be configured to allow VAT for GR.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the GR may have settings that do not allow VAT to be applied.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may have incorrect tax information or settings that conflict with the GR process.
  Purchase Order (PO) Issues: The associated purchase order may have incorrect tax settings or may not allow VAT for the items being received.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the relevant transaction types and vendors.
  Review Tax Codes: Verify that the tax code used in the transaction is appropriate and configured to allow VAT for goods receipts.
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type used in the GR to ensure that it allows VAT.
  Vendor Master Data: Review the vendor master data for any discrepancies in tax information. Ensure that the vendor is set up correctly for VAT processing.
  Purchase Order Review: Check the associated purchase order for any issues related to tax settings. Ensure that the items being received are configured correctly in the PO.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the issue persists, consult with the finance or tax team to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and to verify that the system settings align with business requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on tax configuration and goods receipt processes for further insights.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before applying changes to the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.