How To Fix GJ233 - The Taxcode Used for Billing the Partners Must Be an Output Tax.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 233

• Message text: The Taxcode Used for Billing the Partners Must Be an Output Tax.

What causes this issue?

You have entered an input taxcode as outgoing taxcode.

System Response

The outgoing taxcode is used for posting the outgoing invoices to the
partners. Therefore only output taxcodes can be entered here.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ233 - The Taxcode Used for Billing the Partners Must Be an Output Tax. ?

  The SAP error message GJ233 indicates that there is an issue with the tax code being used in a billing document. Specifically, it states that the tax code used for billing the partners must be an output tax. This error typically arises in scenarios involving intercompany billing or when dealing with tax calculations in sales and distribution (SD) processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code assigned to the billing document is not configured as an output tax code. Output tax codes are used to indicate tax that is charged to customers.
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant tax determination procedure.
  Partner Function: The partner function in the billing document may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of an inappropriate tax code.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be compatible with the tax code settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code being used is marked as an output tax code.
  
  
  
  Review Billing Document:
  
  Open the billing document in question and check the tax code assigned.
  Ensure that the tax code is appropriate for the transaction and that it is set up for output tax.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Functions:
  
  Verify the partner functions in the billing document. Ensure that the correct partner roles are assigned and that they are configured to use the appropriate tax codes.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Determination Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code OBYZ to review the tax determination procedure and ensure that the tax code is included in the correct procedure for the billing type being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with Tax Experts:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your tax department or SAP functional consultant to ensure compliance with local tax regulations and proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax code configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax configuration in SD, particularly focusing on output tax codes and their usage in billing documents.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before moving to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GJ233 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.