How To Fix FOT_ATR017 - Group &1, Tax Code &2: Valid-to &3 must be greater than valid-from &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_ATR - Adv. Tax Reporting Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Group &1, Tax Code &2: Valid-to &3 must be greater than valid-from &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_ATR017 - Group &1, Tax Code &2: Valid-to &3 must be greater than valid-from &4 ?

  The SAP error message FOT_ATR017 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates for a tax code in a specific group. The message states that the "Valid-to" date must be greater than the "Valid-from" date for the specified group and tax code. This error typically arises during the configuration of tax codes or when entering tax-related data in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The validity dates for the tax code have been set incorrectly, where the "Valid-to" date is earlier than or the same as the "Valid-from" date.
  Data Entry Error: When entering or updating tax codes, the user may have mistakenly entered the dates in the wrong order.
  Overlapping Validity Periods: There may be overlapping validity periods for the same tax code, causing conflicts in the date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant transaction for tax code configuration).
  Locate the tax code in question and check its validity dates.
  Ensure that the "Valid-to" date is set to a date that is later than the "Valid-from" date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, update them accordingly. Make sure to save the changes after editing.
  
  
  
  Review Overlapping Entries:
  
  Check if there are any other entries for the same tax code that might be causing conflicts. Ensure that there are no overlapping validity periods for the same tax code.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for tax configuration, such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration) and OB40 (for tax determination).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on tax code configuration and validity periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax codes and configurations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.