How To Fix FS792 - Target tax code &1 is not activated; correct the error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 792

• Message text: Target tax code &1 is not activated; correct the error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS792 - Target tax code &1 is not activated; correct the error ?

  The SAP error message FS792 indicates that the target tax code specified in a transaction is not activated in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves tax calculations, and the system cannot find the necessary tax code configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code you are trying to use has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not be properly configured in the tax settings of the SAP system.
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code may not exist in the system at all.
  Incorrect Tax Code Usage: The tax code may not be applicable for the specific transaction or document type you are trying to process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Tax Code:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Check if the tax code in question is listed and ensure it is activated. If it is not, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly configured for the relevant country and that all necessary settings (like tax rates, account assignments, etc.) are in place.
  You can check the configuration using transaction code OB40 (for tax codes) or OBYZ.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code does not exist, you may need to create it. Use transaction code OBYZ to create a new tax code and configure it according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is applicable for the type of transaction you are trying to post. Some tax codes may be restricted to specific transaction types or document types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or requirements related to tax codes in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYZ: Check and maintain tax codes.
  OB40: Maintain tax codes for different countries.
  FB60/FB70: For posting vendor/customer invoices where the error might occur.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax code configurations.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax code configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FS792 error and ensure that the target tax code is properly activated and configured in your SAP system.