How To Fix GJ697 - Taxcode not Defined for Tax Calculation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Taxcode not Defined for Tax Calculation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ697 - Taxcode not Defined for Tax Calculation. ?

  The SAP error message GJ697, which states "Tax code not defined for tax calculation," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid tax code for the transaction you are trying to process. This can happen in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), and is often related to configuration issues in the tax settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured in the relevant tax calculation procedures.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are using may not be linked to the appropriate tax code.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not have the necessary tax settings configured.
  Country-Specific Settings: The tax code may not be defined for the specific country or region you are working in.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define the Tax Code:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBYZ (or FTXP for tax codes) to define the tax code.
  Ensure that the tax code is created and assigned to the appropriate tax type and country.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OBQ1 to check the tax calculation procedure.
  Ensure that the tax code is included in the tax calculation procedure for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings in transaction code OBY6 to ensure that the tax settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is linked to the correct tax code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYZ: Define tax codes
  FTXP: Maintain tax codes
  OBQ1: Maintain tax calculation procedures
  OBY6: Company code settings for tax
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax code configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.