How To Fix FOT_TXA065 - Tax code & in tax country & also exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_TXA - Tax abroad messages

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Tax code & in tax country & also exists

What causes this issue?

Tax code &V1& in tax country &V2& was entered in the header data.
However, it does not appear in the expense items.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please correct the tax code either in the header data (for example, by
leaving this field blank), or in the expense items.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_TXA065 - Tax code & in tax country & also exists ?

  The SAP error message FOT_TXA065 indicates that there is a conflict with the tax code you are trying to use in a specific tax country. This error typically arises when the tax code you are attempting to enter is already defined in the system for the specified tax country, but it may not be valid for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Tax Code: The tax code you are trying to use is already defined in the system for the specified tax country.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured for the transaction type or the specific business area.
  Missing Validity Dates: The tax code may have validity dates that do not cover the date of the transaction.
  Tax Code Status: The tax code may be inactive or not allowed for the specific transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the appropriate path in your SAP system) to check the configuration of the tax code.
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly defined for the relevant tax country and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Check the validity dates of the tax code to ensure that it is valid for the date of the transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Verify if there are any duplicate entries for the tax code in the system. If duplicates exist, you may need to remove or deactivate the unnecessary ones.
  
  
  
  Consult with Tax Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to make changes, consult with your SAP tax configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax settings.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is not appropriate for the transaction, consider using a different tax code that is valid for the transaction type and tax country.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Code Configuration), OBCO (Tax Calculation Procedure), and OB40 (Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to tax configuration for your specific version of SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on tax code configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FOT_TXA065 error and ensure that your tax codes are correctly configured for your transactions.