How To Fix GJ988 - Tax Code & for Procedrue & Is not an Input Tax.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 988

• Message text: Tax Code & for Procedrue & Is not an Input Tax.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ988 - Tax Code & for Procedrue & Is not an Input Tax. ?

  The SAP error message GJ988 typically indicates an issue related to tax codes in the context of tax determination and processing. The specific message "Tax Code & for Procedure & is not an Input Tax" suggests that the tax code being used is not recognized as an input tax code in the specified tax procedure.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used in the transaction is not defined as an input tax code in the tax procedure.
  Configuration Issues: The tax procedure may not be correctly configured to recognize the tax code as an input tax.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not allow for input tax codes, leading to this error.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not be set up correctly to allow for the use of the specified tax code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or similar, depending on your version) to check the configuration of tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code in question is set up as an input tax code in the relevant tax procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code OBCA to review the tax procedure settings.
  Ensure that the tax code is included in the correct tax procedure and is marked as an input tax.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type being used and ensure it is appropriate for input tax processing.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction type or use a different tax code that is valid for input tax.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the tax information is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant tax classifications are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration, such as OBYZ (Tax Codes), OBCA (Tax Procedures), and OBCO (Tax Classification).
  Testing: After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error is resolved and that the tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration for further assistance.