How To Fix FS823 - Specify plant for MOSS tax code &1 in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Specify plant for MOSS tax code &1 in company code &2

What causes this issue?

Tax code &V1& is intended for use in the MOSS declaration. MOSS tax
codes are reserved for electronic services for private customers in the
European Union that are to be reported using the Mini One Stop Shop
procedure. Either company code &V2& belongs to event &V3& of a MOSS
registration relating to plants in several EU member states, or the
company code is registered for MOSS in multiple countries.
In these cases, it must be possible to uniquely assign the tax
transaction to a registration country or to a country of a plant.
The country is determined on the basis of the plant. Either no plant is
specified in the revenue items in the document or plants were found in
multiple countries.

System Response

The document cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS823 - Specify plant for MOSS tax code &1 in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FS823 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the MOSS (Mini One Stop Shop) tax code in the specified company code. This error typically arises when the system requires a plant to be specified for a particular MOSS tax code, but it has not been configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Configuration: The plant associated with the MOSS tax code is not defined in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be properly assigned to the relevant plant or company code.
  MOSS Configuration: The MOSS tax code may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the requirement for a plant specification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FS823 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases > MOSS > Define MOSS Tax Codes).
  Ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the MOSS tax code for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Tax Code to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code OVK1 to check the assignment of tax codes to plants.
  Ensure that the MOSS tax code is assigned to the relevant plant in the company code.
  
  
  
  Review MOSS Settings:
  
  Navigate to the MOSS configuration settings in SPRO and verify that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the MOSS tax codes are properly defined and linked to the appropriate plants and company codes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MOSS (Mini One Stop Shop): This is a scheme that simplifies VAT compliance for businesses selling digital services to consumers in the EU. It allows businesses to report and pay VAT in one EU member state rather than in each country where they have customers.
  Tax Code Configuration: Proper configuration of tax codes is crucial for compliance with local tax regulations and for accurate financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FS823 error and ensure that your MOSS tax code is correctly configured in the SAP system.