How To Fix FR868 - Post Input Tax not possible with ledger group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Post Input Tax not possible with ledger group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR868 - Post Input Tax not possible with ledger group ?

  The SAP error message FR868, which states "Post Input Tax not possible with ledger group," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving input tax postings in the SAP system. This error is often related to the configuration of the ledger groups and the settings for tax postings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Ledger Group Configuration: The ledger group you are trying to use may not be configured to allow input tax postings. This can happen if the ledger group is set up for a specific purpose that does not include tax postings.
  Tax Code Settings: The tax code being used may not be valid for the ledger group in question. Each tax code can be configured to work with specific ledger groups.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the transaction may not be allowed to post input tax for the specified ledger group.
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may restrict certain types of postings, including input tax, for specific ledger groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledger group in the SAP system (Transaction code: OB22).
  Ensure that the ledger group is configured to allow input tax postings.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the tax code being used (Transaction code: OB40).
  Ensure that the tax code is valid for the ledger group and that it is set up correctly for input tax.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type:
  
  Check the document type being used for the transaction (Transaction code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type allows for input tax postings.
  
  
  
  Company Code Configuration:
  
  Review the company code settings (Transaction code: OX02).
  Ensure that the company code is set up to allow input tax postings for the relevant ledger group.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (Ledger Group), OB40 (Tax Codes), OBA7 (Document Types), and OX02 (Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error FR868 for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on financial accounting and tax configuration for a deeper understanding of how ledger groups and tax codes interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.