How To Fix GJ698 - Taxcode & not Defined for Tax Calculation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 698

• Message text: Taxcode & not Defined for Tax Calculation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ698 - Taxcode & not Defined for Tax Calculation. ?

  The SAP error message GJ698, which states "Tax code & not defined for tax calculation," typically occurs when the system encounters a tax code that has not been properly configured in the system for tax calculation purposes. This can happen in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), particularly in scenarios involving tax determination for transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code Configuration: The tax code referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be assigned to the relevant company code or business area.
  Tax Code Deactivation: The tax code might have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  Incorrect Tax Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction settings may not align with the tax code being used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like vendor or customer records) may not have the correct tax information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  Verify that the tax code in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Tax Code to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is assigned to the relevant company code. This can be checked in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Status:
  
  Check if the tax code is active. If it has been deactivated, you may need to reactivate it or use a different tax code.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant vendor, customer, or material to ensure that the correct tax code is assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Tax Jurisdiction Settings:
  
  If applicable, check the jurisdiction settings to ensure they align with the tax code being used.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, SPRO, and others related to tax configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on configuring tax codes and understanding tax determination processes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GJ698 error and ensure that the tax code is properly defined for tax calculations in your SAP system.