How To Fix FOT_TDT000 - Tax rate changed for Tax code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_TDT -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Tax rate changed for Tax code &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

After the change of the tax rates the tax amounts might to be adapted.
Check the tax screen for inconsistency.
If the tax amount was entered on the Vendor/Customer item, you need to
go to the Vendor/Customer item to trigger the forwarding of the tax
amount to the tax screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_TDT000 - Tax rate changed for Tax code & ?

  The SAP error message FOT_TDT000 indicates that there has been a change in the tax rate for a specific tax code. This error typically arises during the processing of financial transactions where the tax code is being used, and it suggests that the system has detected a discrepancy between the expected tax rate and the current tax rate defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Rate Change: The most common cause is that the tax rate for the specified tax code has been changed in the system after transactions were already recorded using that tax code.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the tax configuration settings in the SAP system, such as updates to tax codes or tax rates, can lead to this error.
  Data Migration: If there has been a data migration or import of tax codes and rates, inconsistencies may arise if the old rates are still being referenced in transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO for configuration) to check the configuration of the tax code in question.
  Verify the current tax rate and ensure it matches the expected rate for the transactions being processed.
  
  
  
  Update Transactions:
  
  If the tax rate has changed, you may need to update the affected transactions to reflect the new tax rate. This can involve reversing and re-entering transactions or adjusting them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Items:
  
  Review any open items in accounts that may be affected by the tax code change. You can use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Items) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to identify these.
  
  
  
  Consult with Tax Authorities:
  
  If the tax rate change is due to regulatory changes, ensure that you are compliant with the latest tax regulations and that your SAP system reflects these changes accurately.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that all transactions are processed correctly with the updated tax rates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax code changes and the FOT_TDT000 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding tax configuration and management to ensure compliance and proper setup.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to tax codes and rates in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financials and tax configuration.