How To Fix FKKINV062 - Tax determination code &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Tax determination code &1 is unknown

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.ERMWSKZ>tax determination code</> &v1& is not known for
<DS:DE.LAND1>country</> &v2& for key date &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 FKKINV062 - Tax determination code &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV062 indicates that the tax determination code specified in the system is unknown or not defined. This error typically occurs in the context of invoicing or billing processes within the SAP system, particularly in the area of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Determination Code: The tax determination code that is being referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The tax determination code may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect or invalid tax determination code in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as customer or vendor master records) may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to determine the appropriate tax code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Determination Code: Verify that the tax determination code being used is correct. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Configuration: If the tax determination code is indeed missing, you will need to configure it in the system. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > IMG > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Basic Settings > Tax > Define Tax Determination.
  Ensure that the necessary tax determination codes are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the relevant customer or vendor to ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on tax determination codes and their configuration.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) or OB40 (for tax determination) to review and manage tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the tax determination works as expected in the invoicing process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FKKINV062 error and implement a solution to resolve it.