How To Fix FS751 - Tax code & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 751

• Message text: Tax code & has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS751 - Tax code & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message FS751 indicates that a specific tax code has been deleted and is no longer available for use in financial transactions. This error typically arises when a user attempts to post a transaction that references a tax code that has been marked as deleted in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Tax Code: The tax code referenced in the transaction has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the tax configuration or updates to the tax codes may have led to the deletion of the tax code.
  Data Migration: During data migration or system upgrades, certain tax codes may have been removed or not properly migrated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  Verify if the tax code in question exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to create a new tax code or restore the deleted one if possible.
  
  
  
  Create a New Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is indeed deleted and cannot be restored, you can create a new tax code with the same parameters as the old one.
  Use transaction code OBYZ to create a new tax code.
  
  
  
  Update Transactions:
  
  If the transaction is already posted with the deleted tax code, you may need to reverse or adjust the transaction to use a valid tax code.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of restoring or creating tax codes, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Code Usage: Tax codes are crucial for calculating taxes in financial transactions. Ensure that all relevant tax codes are properly configured and active.
  Audit and Compliance: Regularly review tax codes to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and to avoid issues during audits.
  Documentation: Maintain documentation of any changes made to tax codes for future reference and compliance purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FS751 error and ensure that your financial transactions can proceed without issues related to tax codes.