How To Fix FX236 - G/L account & not subject to sales tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FX - Distributed FI Application Messages

• Message number: 236

• Message text: G/L account & not subject to sales tax

What causes this issue?

There is an entry in the account master record for &V1& which specifies
that no tax code should be entered for this account.

System Response

The item is not saved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the tax code in the sample item or change the tax category in the
master record.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FX236 - G/L account & not subject to sales tax ?

  The SAP error message FX236 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account is not subject to sales tax. This error typically arises during the posting of a transaction that involves sales tax, such as an invoice or a sales order, where the system expects the G/L account to be subject to sales tax but finds that it is not configured to do so.
  Cause:
  
  G/L Account Configuration: The G/L account being used in the transaction is not set up to handle sales tax. This could be due to the account being marked as a non-taxable account or not having the appropriate tax category assigned.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may require sales tax, but the G/L account does not support it.
  Tax Code: The tax code used in the transaction may not be compatible with the G/L account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Settings:
  
  Go to the G/L account configuration in the SAP system (Transaction Code: FS00).
  Verify that the account is set up correctly for tax purposes. Ensure that the "Tax Category" is appropriate for the type of transactions you are processing.
  If necessary, change the account settings to allow for sales tax.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Details:
  
  Check the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that the correct G/L account is being used and that it is appropriate for the transaction type.
  Make sure that the tax code applied in the transaction is valid and corresponds to a taxable G/L account.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration or the appropriate G/L account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Configuration: Ensure that your tax configuration in SAP is set up correctly. This includes tax codes, tax categories, and G/L account settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring G/L accounts for tax purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide updates on known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FX236 error and ensure that your G/L accounts are properly configured for sales tax transactions.