How To Fix FINS_CFIN_BC_V038 - Target tax code for tax code &2 does not match in source and target

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_BC_V - Business Configuration Validations

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Target tax code for tax code &2 does not match in source and target

What causes this issue?

The target tax code for deferred tax must be the same in the source and
target systems for tax code &V2&
Target tax code in source system is: &V3&
Target tax code in target system is: &V4&

System Response

The posting cannot be completed in the target system.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Central Finance system, check the target tax code &V1& in the
properites of the tax code in the transaction:
<DS:TRAN.FTXP>Maintain Tax Code</> and compare the value with the
source system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V038 - Target tax code for tax code &2 does not match in source and target ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_BC_V038 indicates that there is a mismatch between the target tax code and the source tax code during the data migration or consolidation process in SAP Central Finance. This error typically arises when the system is trying to map tax codes from the source system to the target system, and it finds that the tax codes do not correspond correctly.
  Cause:
  
  
  Tax Code Mapping Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the tax codes defined in the source system do not match the tax codes defined in the target system. This can happen if:
  
  The tax codes are not created in the target system.
  The tax codes have different configurations or definitions in the source and target systems.
  There is an inconsistency in the mapping configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Errors: If the mapping of tax codes between the source and target systems is not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, if the tax codes are not properly aligned or if there are discrepancies in the data being transferred, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Verify that the tax codes used in the source system are also defined in the target system.
  Ensure that the tax codes have the same configuration (e.g., tax rates, tax type) in both systems.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the Central Finance configuration settings and check the mapping of tax codes.
  Ensure that the mapping between source and target tax codes is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a data migration tool, review the settings to ensure that tax codes are being mapped correctly.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the migration settings to align the tax codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and tax code mapping for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error is resolved and that the tax codes are being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax code configuration) and CFIN (for Central Finance settings) to help in troubleshooting.
  Central Finance Configuration Guide: Review the Central Finance configuration guide for best practices on tax code mapping and data migration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.