How To Fix FIRU_PROPERTY_TAX018 - Special Tax Category &1 does not exist for OKTMO &2, please check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIRU_PROPERTY_TAX - Property Tax

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Special Tax Category &1 does not exist for OKTMO &2, please check

What causes this issue?

The Special Tax Category is not assigned to this OKTMO code in the
<DS:SIMG.FIRUV_PRT_STXCT>Define Special Tax Categories</> (view
FIRUV_PRT_STXCT) Customizing activity.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIRU_PROPERTY_TAX018 - Special Tax Category &1 does not exist for OKTMO &2, please check ?

  The SAP error message FIRU_PROPERTY_TAX018 indicates that there is an issue with the special tax category associated with a specific OKTMO (Russian classification of municipal entities). This error typically arises in the context of property tax calculations or reporting in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with Russian tax regulations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The special tax category specified in the error message does not exist in the system for the given OKTMO. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The OKTMO or special tax category may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction or master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues with the mapping of tax categories and OKTMO codes.
  Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes in tax regulations may not have been reflected in the system configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for property tax in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Verify that the special tax category exists for the specified OKTMO. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or update the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the master data for the property or entity in question to ensure that the OKTMO and special tax category are correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the data entered in the transaction is accurate and corresponds to the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines regarding the special tax categories and OKTMO codes to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in property tax configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OKTMO: This is a code used in Russia to classify municipal entities for tax purposes. It is essential for property tax calculations.
  Special Tax Categories: These are specific classifications used in the SAP system to determine how taxes are calculated for different types of properties or entities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FIRU_PROPERTY_TAX018 error and implement the necessary corrections.