How To Fix FOT_TDT042 - Condition Type &1 in Procedure &2 doesn't exist for Tax code &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_TDT -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Condition Type &1 in Procedure &2 doesn't exist for Tax code &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_TDT042 - Condition Type &1 in Procedure &2 doesn't exist for Tax code &3. ?

  The SAP error message FOT_TDT042 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of tax conditions in the system. Specifically, it means that the specified condition type does not exist for the given tax code in the specified procedure. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Type: The condition type specified in the error message is not defined in the pricing procedure for the tax code in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure may not be correctly assigned to the tax code or may not include the necessary condition types.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code itself may not be properly configured or may not be linked to the correct pricing procedure.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes made to the pricing procedures or tax codes, it may have led to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type: Verify that the condition type mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Use transaction code V/06 to check the condition types.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure: Ensure that the pricing procedure assigned to the tax code includes the necessary condition types.
  
  Use transaction code OBYZ to check the assignment of pricing procedures to tax codes.
  Use transaction code V/08 to review the pricing procedure and ensure that the condition type is included.
  
  
  
  Assign Condition Type: If the condition type is missing, you may need to add it to the pricing procedure.
  
  Use transaction code V/08 to modify the pricing procedure and include the missing condition type.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration: Ensure that the tax code is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate pricing procedure.
  
  Use transaction code OB40 to check the configuration of tax codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  V/06: Maintain Condition Types
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  OBYZ: Assign Pricing Procedures to Sales Areas
  OB40: Maintain Tax Codes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring tax codes and pricing procedures.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FOT_TDT042 and ensure that your tax configuration is correct in SAP.