How To Fix FT140 - No percentage rate for additional tax was entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: No percentage rate for additional tax was entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT140 - No percentage rate for additional tax was entered ?

  The SAP error message FT140, which states "No percentage rate for additional tax was entered," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where additional taxes are applicable, such as in the case of sales tax, VAT, or other tax-related entries. This error indicates that the system expects a percentage rate for an additional tax to be defined, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Rate Configuration: The additional tax rate has not been defined in the system for the relevant tax code or transaction type.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be set up correctly to include the additional tax.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not support additional taxes, or the configuration for that transaction type is incomplete.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the customer or vendor may not have the necessary tax information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the additional tax percentage rate is defined for the tax code being used.
  
  
  
  Define Additional Tax Rate:
  
  If the additional tax rate is missing, you can define it in the tax code settings. Make sure to specify the percentage rate for the additional tax.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using supports additional taxes. If not, you may need to adjust the configuration or use a different transaction type.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the customer or vendor involved in the transaction. Ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained, including tax classification and tax codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring taxes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  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 relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration), FB60 (for vendor invoices), and FB70 (for customer invoices).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax configuration and error FT140.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations 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 functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and tax configuration.