How To Fix FQ640 - Do not use taxes in cross-company code activities

FQ640 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Do not use taxes in cross-company code activities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ640 - Do not use taxes in cross-company code activities ?

  The SAP error message FQ640, "Do not use taxes in cross-company code activities," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions that involve multiple company codes. This error indicates that the system has detected an attempt to apply tax calculations in a cross-company code transaction, which is not allowed in certain configurations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cross-Company Code Transactions: The error arises when a transaction involves multiple company codes, and there is an attempt to apply tax calculations. In SAP, tax calculations are generally expected to be handled within the same company code.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow for tax calculations in cross-company code transactions. This is often a deliberate design choice to maintain compliance with tax regulations and accounting principles.
  Document Type or Posting Key: The document type or posting key used in the transaction may not be configured to handle taxes in cross-company scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transaction Structure: Ensure that the transaction is structured