How To Fix FKKINV058 - Category of tax item &1 is unknown for tax code &2 country &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Category of tax item &1 is unknown for tax code &2 country &3

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.KSCHL_STRKZ_KK>category of tax item</> &v1& is unknown for
<DS:DE.STRKZ_KK>tax code for other taxes</> &v2& for country &v3&.

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 FKKINV058 - Category of tax item &1 is unknown for tax code &2 country &3 ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV058 indicates that there is an issue with the tax configuration in the system. Specifically, it states that the category of the tax item is unknown for the specified tax code and country. This error typically arises in the context of invoicing and tax calculations within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Convergent Invoicing (CI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax code specified in the error message is not properly configured in the system for the given country. This could mean that the tax category is not defined in the tax configuration settings.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be valid for the specified country or may not be recognized by the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the system not being able to determine the correct tax category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the tax codes and their configurations.
  Ensure that the tax code in question is defined for the relevant country and that the tax category is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Codes:
  
  If the tax code is missing, you may need to create it using transaction code FTXP. Ensure that you define the tax category correctly for the tax code and country.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., customer/vendor master records) to ensure that the correct tax codes are assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant tax information is maintained in the customer/vendor records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to ensure that the tax settings comply with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Codes
  FTXP: Maintain Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax configuration and the error message.
  Tax Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different tax categories and their implications in your specific business context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI/CO (Financial Accounting and Controlling) for further assistance.