How To Fix FKKINV116 - Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV116 - Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV116 indicates that the system was unable to determine the tax on sales and purchases code from the specified table. 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 Code Configuration: The tax code that should be applied to the transaction is not defined in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Table Reference: The system is referencing a table that does not contain the necessary tax code information.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the master data or configuration settings related to tax codes.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being processed may not have a corresponding tax code defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for tax codes in the SAP system. This can typically be found under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes.
  Ensure that the relevant tax codes are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Table Entries:
  
  Identify the table mentioned in the error message (denoted as &1) and check if the necessary tax codes are present.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to view the contents of the table.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer/vendor involved in the transaction to ensure that the correct tax classification is assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant tax information is maintained in the customer/vendor master records.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the transaction type being processed to ensure that it is linked to the correct tax codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax code determination in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB40: Maintain tax codes.
  OBYZ: Define tax codes for sales and purchases.
  FBL1N/FBL5N: Display vendor/customer line items to check for issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax code settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in FI-CA for further assistance.