How To Fix FS217 - No taxes on sales/purch.are allowed for account & &, & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: No taxes on sales/purch.are allowed for account & &, & is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS217 - No taxes on sales/purch.are allowed for account & &, & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FS217 ("No taxes on sales/purchases are allowed for account & &, & is not allowed") typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves tax calculations on a G/L account that is not configured to allow taxes. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when posting invoices, payments, or journal entries.
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The G/L account you are trying to use is set up in a way that does not allow tax postings. This is often the case for certain types of accounts, such as balance sheet accounts or accounts that are not meant to handle tax-related transactions.
  Tax Code: The tax code being used in the transaction may not be compatible with the G/L account.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not allow tax postings for the specified account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Settings:
  
  Go to the G/L account configuration in the SAP system (Transaction Code: FS00).
  Verify the account settings to ensure that it is configured to allow tax postings. Look for the "Tax Category" field and ensure it is set appropriately (e.g., "Sales Tax" or "Input Tax").
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code:
  
  Ensure that the tax code you are using is valid and applicable for the G/L account in question. You can check this in the tax code configuration (Transaction Code: FTXP).
  
  
  
  Change Document Type:
  
  If the document type you are using does not allow tax postings, consider using a different document type that does allow tax calculations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the appropriate settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the G/L account is set up correctly for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  FTXP: Maintain Tax Codes
  OB40: Define Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding G/L account configuration and tax handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FS217 error and successfully post your transactions.