How To Fix FR205 - Target tax code in & not maintained for entry & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Target tax code in & not maintained for entry & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR205 - Target tax code in & not maintained for entry & & ?

  The SAP error message FR205 indicates that a target tax code is not maintained for a specific entry in the system. This error typically arises during processes that involve tax calculations, such as invoice processing or financial postings, where the system expects a valid tax code to be defined for the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code Configuration: The target tax code that the system is trying to use for the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code Mapping: There may be an issue with the mapping of tax codes in the configuration settings, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate tax code for the transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: The tax code may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant configuration path) to check the tax code settings.
  Ensure that the target tax code is defined and properly configured for the relevant country and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is missing, you will need to create or maintain it. This can be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes.
  Ensure that the tax code is active and assigned to the appropriate tax categories.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping:
  
  Check the mapping of tax codes in the relevant tax determination settings. This can be found under Financial Accounting (FI) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Tax Code Determination.
  Ensure that the mapping is correct and that the system can determine the appropriate tax code based on the transaction data.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Review the transaction data to ensure that the tax code has been entered correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect entries that may lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct tax code to use, consult your organization's tax documentation or reach out to your finance department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration) and FB60 (for invoice entry) to navigate the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax code handling in your version of SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to tax code configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR205 error and ensure that the appropriate tax codes are maintained in your SAP system.