How To Fix FIGLTR_FRX_MESSAGES009 - Please map the target tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIGLTR_FRX_MESSAGES - Message Class - TR Foreign Exchange Rate Difference Invoices

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Please map the target tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIGLTR_FRX_MESSAGES009 - Please map the target tax code ?

  The SAP error message FIGLTR_FRX_MESSAGES009 typically indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of tax codes in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with tax reporting or financial statements. This error often arises when the system cannot find a corresponding target tax code for a given source tax code during the processing of financial transactions or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the source tax code used in a transaction does not have a corresponding target tax code defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to tax codes in the Financial Accounting module.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or inconsistent data entry in the tax code fields can lead to this error.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Updates or changes in tax regulations may require adjustments in the mapping of tax codes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Mapping:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or the relevant configuration path) to check the mapping of tax codes.
  Ensure that all source tax codes used in your transactions have corresponding target tax codes defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Tax Codes:
  
  If you find that a source tax code is missing a target tax code, you will need to create or define the necessary mapping.
  You can do this by adding the missing target tax code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for tax codes is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the settings for tax determination and reporting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to tax code mapping for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Test Transactions:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are complex configurations involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB40 (Tax Code Mapping), FB60 (Invoice Entry), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to troubleshoot and analyze transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax code mapping.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax code mappings and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FIGLTR_FRX_MESSAGES009 and ensure proper tax code mapping in your SAP system.