How To Fix FIKZ_TRTAX018 - Tax base or tax unit is empty !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIKZ_TRTAX - Russian transporttax messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Tax base or tax unit is empty !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIKZ_TRTAX018 - Tax base or tax unit is empty ! ?

  The SAP error message FIKZ_TRTAX018 indicates that there is an issue with the tax calculation in the system, specifically that the tax base or tax unit is empty. This error typically arises during the processing of financial transactions where tax calculations are required, such as in invoice processing or during the posting of financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Base: The tax base (the amount on which tax is calculated) is not provided or is incorrectly set up in the transaction.
  Missing Tax Unit: The tax unit (the unit of measure for the tax calculation) is not specified or is incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as missing tax codes or incorrect settings in the tax calculation procedure.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the transaction that requires tax calculation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Data: Review the transaction data to ensure that the tax base and tax unit are correctly entered. Make sure that all required fields are filled out.
  Verify Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to check the tax codes and ensure they are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the tax calculation procedure is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data (such as vendor or customer master records) to ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained.
  Test with Different Scenarios: If possible, try to replicate the issue with different transactions to see if the problem persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to certain data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Items) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  Tax Configuration: Understanding the tax configuration in SAP is crucial. This includes knowing how to set up tax codes, tax rates, and tax calculation procedures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FIKZ_TRTAX018 error in SAP.