How To Fix FOT_COMMON001 - CoCd. &1/GL Acct &2 is not linked to Tax Code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_COMMON - Common Tax Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: CoCd. &1/GL Acct &2 is not linked to Tax Code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_COMMON001 - CoCd. &1/GL Acct &2 is not linked to Tax Code &3 ?

  The SAP error message FOT_COMMON001 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the tax code in relation to the company code (CoCd) and the general ledger (GL) account. Specifically, it means that the specified GL account is not linked to the specified tax code for the given company code. This can prevent transactions from being processed correctly, especially those that involve tax calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The GL account is not configured to use the specified tax code in the tax determination settings.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be valid for the specified GL account or company code.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not have the necessary settings to allow the GL account to be linked with the tax code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong GL account or tax code is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check GL Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation).
  Verify that the GL account is properly configured for the relevant company code and that it is linked to the correct tax code.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code FTXP to check the configuration of the tax code.
  Ensure that the tax code is set up correctly and is applicable to the GL account in question.
  
  
  
  Link GL Account to Tax Code:
  
  If the GL account is not linked to the tax code, you may need to create or modify the tax determination settings to include the GL account and the tax code.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings for tax codes.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings allow for the use of the specified tax code with the GL account.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the transaction data being entered to ensure that the correct GL account and tax code are being used.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB40: G/L Account Master Data Configuration
  FTXP: Maintain Tax Codes
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring tax codes and GL accounts.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.