How To Fix FKKINV042 - External tax data only for tax-relevant items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 042

• Message text: External tax data only for tax-relevant items

What causes this issue?

In a billing document item, you have entered an
<DS:DE.EXT_TAX_DATE_KK>external tax date</> but the item is not relevant
for tax (that is, not <DS:DE.POSTREL_KK>posting-relevant</> and has no
<DS:DE.PRINT_SUBSTITUTE_KK>substitute group for invoice printing</>).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV042 - External tax data only for tax-relevant items ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV042 ("External tax data only for tax-relevant items") typically occurs in the context of invoicing and tax processing within the SAP system, particularly in the area of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). This error indicates that the system has detected an attempt to process external tax data for items that are not classified as tax-relevant.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  Non-Tax-Relevant Items: The invoice or item being processed does not have tax relevance, meaning it is not subject to taxation. This could be due to the nature of the item or the configuration of the tax settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for tax determination may not be set up correctly, leading the system to expect tax data where it should not.
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax codes assigned to the items may not be valid or may not correspond to the items being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FKKINV042 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Tax Relevance:
  
  Review the items in the invoice to ensure they are marked as tax-relevant. You can do this by checking the item details in the invoice or contract account.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax configuration in the system is set up correctly. This includes checking the tax codes, tax categories, and the relevant settings in the tax determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Invoice Items:
  
  If certain items are not tax-relevant, you may need to remove or adjust them in the invoice. Ensure that only tax-relevant items are included when external tax data is being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and handling tax-relevant items in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the invoice processing again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help navigate the invoicing process.
  Tax Reporting: Ensure that your tax reporting processes are aligned with local regulations and that the system is configured to handle the necessary tax calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FKKINV042 error and implement a solution to resolve it.