How To Fix FKK_CHECKS004 - Default value for RE_ACCOUNT field does not exist for tax postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_CHECKS -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Default value for RE_ACCOUNT field does not exist for tax postings

What causes this issue?

Consistent cash flow analysis is not possible. Postings that contain tax
line items and are made to both financial accounting (FI), and contract
accounts receivable and payable, must use the same default values for
the <LS>RE_ACCOUNT</> field.

System Response

If the <LS>Cash Flow Analysis Active</> checkbox is selected for company
codes, the system cancels postings to FI that contain tax line items.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Enter default values for the <LS>RE_ACCOUNT</> field, using the
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG._FICACLCF_V_FAGL_CAS>Specify Tax Accounts
</>.

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 FKK_CHECKS004 - Default value for RE_ACCOUNT field does not exist for tax postings ?

  The SAP error message FKK_CHECKS004 indicates that there is a missing default value for the RE_ACCOUNT field, which is required for tax postings in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when the system attempts to post a transaction that involves tax calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the system does not have a default account defined for tax postings in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the business partner or the relevant account may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a default tax account.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code being used may not be properly configured or linked to the appropriate accounts in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKK_CHECKS004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for tax accounts in the SAP system. This can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable ? Basic Functions ? Tax Processing ? Define Tax Accounts.
  
  
  Ensure that the default accounts for tax postings are correctly defined for the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the business partner or customer/vendor accounts to ensure that the necessary tax information is filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the relevant tax categories and accounts are assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the tax codes being used in the transaction are correctly configured. You can check this under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Tax on Sales/Purchases ? Basic Settings ? Check Tax Codes.
  
  
  Confirm that the tax codes are linked to the correct GL accounts.
  
  
  
  Test Posting:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like OB40 (for defining tax accounts) and BP (for business partner maintenance) to check and update configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FKK_CHECKS004 error in your SAP system.