How To Fix FS783 - Target tax code & is not defined in procedure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 783

• Message text: Target tax code & is not defined in procedure &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS783 - Target tax code & is not defined in procedure & ?

  The SAP error message FS783 indicates that a target tax code is not defined in the specified tax procedure. This error typically occurs during the processing of financial transactions that involve tax calculations, such as invoicing or posting journal entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The target tax code specified in the transaction is not defined in the tax procedure being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax procedure may not be correctly configured to include the necessary tax codes.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the tax code field during transaction processing.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax regulations may require updates to the tax codes and procedures in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Verify that the target tax code is defined in the relevant tax procedure.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is missing, you can define it by going to the same configuration path and adding the necessary tax code to the tax procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the tax procedure assigned to the company code is correct and includes all necessary tax codes.
  You can check the assigned tax procedure in the configuration under OBY6 (or SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Assign Tax Procedures to Company Codes).
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction data for any typos or incorrect entries in the tax code field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If there have been recent changes in tax regulations, consult the relevant documentation or your tax advisor to ensure compliance and correct configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYZ: Define Tax Codes
  OBY6: Assign Tax Procedures to Company Codes
  
  
  Tax Procedures: Understand the tax procedures applicable to your region and ensure they are correctly set up in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax code configuration and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in financial accounting and tax configuration.