How To Fix FT147 - Specify a cost relevant additional tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Specify a cost relevant additional tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT147 - Specify a cost relevant additional tax ?

  The SAP error message FT147, which states "Specify a cost relevant additional tax," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where additional taxes need to be specified for cost accounting purposes. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving tax calculations, such as when posting invoices or during the settlement of costs.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a cost-relevant additional tax to be specified, but it is either missing or not properly configured. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax types required for the transaction are not set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the vendor, customer, or material may not have the necessary tax information.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may require additional tax information that has not been provided.
  Customizing Settings: The settings in the SAP system for tax determination may not be configured