How To Fix FOT_US_INT_TAX_CALC016 - Date Changed is not defined in Record &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_US_INT_TAX_CALC - Message class for US internal tax calculation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Date Changed is not defined in Record &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_US_INT_TAX_CALC016 - Date Changed is not defined in Record &. ?

  The SAP error message FOT_US_INT_TAX_CALC016 with the description "Date Changed is not defined in Record &." typically occurs in the context of tax calculations, particularly when dealing with international tax scenarios in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing or undefined date in the tax record that is necessary for the calculation to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Information: The error usually arises when the system expects a date (such as a validity date for tax rates or a date for a tax record) that has not been provided or is incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of tax codes or tax records in the system, leading to missing date entries.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the relevant tax records or master data can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Records: Review the tax records in the system to ensure that all required date fields are filled in correctly. This includes checking the validity dates for tax codes and any related tax records.
  Update Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, ensure that the tax codes and related settings are correctly defined in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the tax configuration documentation.
  Data Entry Review: Verify that all relevant data entries are complete and accurate. This includes checking master data for customers, vendors, and materials that may be involved in the tax calculation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to tax calculation errors for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax code configuration) or FTXP (for tax rate maintenance) to review and update tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the tax calculations are now functioning correctly without triggering the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FOT_US_INT_TAX_CALC016 error in your SAP system.