How To Fix FS812 - CoCde &1 is leading CoCde for sls/pur. tax grp &2; use sls/pur. tax grp?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 812

• Message text: CoCde &1 is leading CoCde for sls/pur. tax grp &2; use sls/pur. tax grp?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS812 - CoCde &1 is leading CoCde for sls/pur. tax grp &2; use sls/pur. tax grp? ?

  The SAP error message FS812 indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the sales and purchase tax groups in relation to the company code (CoCd) specified. This error typically arises when the system expects a specific tax group to be used for a given company code, but the configuration does not align with that expectation.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The company code (CoCd) specified in the transaction is not correctly configured with the relevant sales or purchase tax group.
  Tax Group Assignment: The sales/purchase tax group assigned to the material or customer/vendor may not be valid for the specified company code.
  Master Data Inconsistency: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the correct tax group assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Group for Company Code.
  Ensure that the tax groups are correctly assigned to the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer/vendor/material involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the correct sales/purchase tax group is assigned that corresponds to the company code.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tax Group:
  
  If necessary, change the tax group in the master data to match the expected configuration for the company code.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like XD02 for customers or MK02 for vendors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding tax group assignments and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), XD02 (Change Customer), MK02 (Change Vendor), and MM02 (Change Material) for making necessary adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error FS812.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to configuration and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configurations.