How To Fix FS773 - Tax type & not yet maintained in jurisdiction &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Tax type & not yet maintained in jurisdiction &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS773 - Tax type & not yet maintained in jurisdiction & ?

  The SAP error message FS773 indicates that a specific tax type has not been maintained for a particular jurisdiction in the system. This error typically arises in the context of tax calculations, particularly when dealing with sales and use tax, value-added tax (VAT), or other tax-related processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Type Configuration: The tax type specified in the error message has not been defined for the jurisdiction in question. This can happen if the tax type is new or if the jurisdiction has not been properly set up in the system.
  Incorrect Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction being referenced may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the tax configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Tax Type for Jurisdiction:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB40 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to maintain tax types.
  Check if the tax type mentioned in the error message is listed for the specified jurisdiction.
  If it is not listed, you will need to add it. Ensure that you enter the correct tax type and jurisdiction.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Use transaction OBYZ to review the tax codes and ensure that they are correctly assigned to the relevant tax types and jurisdictions.
  Verify that the tax rates and other relevant details are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Jurisdiction Settings:
  
  Ensure that the jurisdiction itself is correctly set up in the system. This can be done through transaction OBY6 or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for maintaining tax configurations to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax configuration and the specific error message FS773.
  Tax Jurisdictions: Familiarize yourself with the tax jurisdictions relevant to your business operations, as they can vary significantly by region and may have specific requirements.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to tax configurations in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration.