How To Fix FKKINV032 - External tax code must not be entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 032

• Message text: External tax code must not be entered

What causes this issue?

For a billing line item, you have specified the external tax code &v1&.
However, you are not permitted to specify an external tax code for the
billing item.

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?

See the documentation of the <DS:DE.EXT_TAX_ID_KK>external tax code</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV032 - External tax code must not be entered ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV032 ("External tax code must not be entered") typically occurs in the context of invoicing or billing processes within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that an external tax code has been entered in a situation where it is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered an external tax code in a field that only accepts internal tax codes.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to disallow external tax codes for certain transactions or document types.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not support external tax codes due to business rules or legal requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Code: Verify the tax code being used. Ensure that it is an internal tax code that is valid for the transaction you are processing.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for tax codes in the FI-CA module. Ensure that the configuration allows for the correct tax codes for the specific transaction type.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or guidelines for the specific transaction to understand the requirements for tax codes.
  User Training: If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training on the correct use of tax codes in the system.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration and invoice processing in SAP, such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration) and FBL1N (for vendor line items).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for the FI-CA module to understand how tax codes are managed and the implications of using external versus internal tax codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKINV032 error and ensure that the correct tax codes are used in your SAP transactions.