How To Fix FS212 - Tax posting with record 0 (code &) not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Tax posting with record 0 (code &) not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS212 - Tax posting with record 0 (code &) not possible ?

  The SAP error message FS212, which states "Tax posting with record 0 (code &) not possible," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving tax postings. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a tax posting due to an issue with the tax code or the configuration of the tax records.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code referenced in the transaction may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax configuration for the relevant company code or transaction type may not be set up correctly.
  Inactive Tax Record: The tax record for the specified tax code may be inactive or not applicable for the transaction date.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for tax postings.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not allow for tax postings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Code: Verify that the tax code used in the transaction is valid