How To Fix ICC_CONDTAX016 - Step &3 missing from access sequence &2, application &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_CONDTAX - International Development: Condition-based tax calculation

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Step &3 missing from access sequence &2, application &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_CONDTAX016 - Step &3 missing from access sequence &2, application &1 ?

  The SAP error message ICC_CONDTAX016 indicates that there is a missing step in the access sequence for tax determination in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid condition record for tax calculation based on the specified access sequence.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Access Sequence Step: The specific step mentioned in the error message is not defined in the access sequence for the tax condition type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The access sequence may not be properly configured to include all necessary steps for tax determination.
  Condition Records Not Maintained: There may be no condition records maintained for the relevant combination of keys that the access sequence is trying to evaluate.
  Incorrect Application: The application specified in the error message may not be set up correctly or may not correspond to the expected configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Access Sequence Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Access Sequences.
  Find the access sequence mentioned in the error message and check if the step indicated is missing. If it is, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VK11 to create or maintain condition records for the relevant tax condition type.
  Ensure that the necessary combinations of keys (like country, tax code, etc.) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Application Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the application specified in the error message is correctly configured and that the relevant settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the tax determination process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  VK11: Create or maintain condition records.
  VK12: Change condition records.
  VK13: Display condition records.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring tax determination and access sequences.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax determination and access sequences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC_CONDTAX016 error and ensure that the tax determination process works correctly in your SAP system.