How To Fix FT143 - Select exactly one tax type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Select exactly one tax type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT143 - Select exactly one tax type ?

  The SAP error message FT143, which states "Select exactly one tax type," typically occurs in the context of tax determination in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with tax codes in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects the user to select a single tax type, but either none or multiple tax types have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Selections: The user may have inadvertently selected more than one tax type in a transaction where only one is allowed.
  No Selection: The user may not have selected any tax type when the system requires one to be selected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax types in the system, leading to unexpected behavior.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction being processed may have restrictions on the number of tax types that can be applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selections: Check the tax type selection in the transaction. Ensure that only one tax type is selected. If multiple tax types are selected, deselect the unnecessary ones.
  Select a Tax Type: If no tax type is selected, choose the appropriate tax type that applies to the transaction.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for tax types in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax types are correctly defined and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with, as different transactions may have different requirements regarding tax types.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select tax types in the relevant transactions to avoid this error in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB60 (Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others where tax codes are applicable.
  Tax Configuration: The configuration of tax codes can be found in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration within SAP.