How To Fix IDFOT077 - Entry missing in table FOTETAXC for &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFOT - Elster Extension for EC Sales List in NL

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Entry missing in table FOTETAXC for &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFOT077 - Entry missing in table FOTETAXC for &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message IDFOT077 indicates that there is a missing entry in the table FOTETAXC for the specified parameters (represented by &1, &2, and &3). This error typically arises in the context of tax determination or tax calculation processes within SAP, particularly in the area of financial accounting or logistics.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to access tax-related data for a specific combination of parameters (such as country, tax code, or other relevant identifiers) that does not exist in the FOTETAXC table. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary tax configuration for the specified parameters has not been set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some entries may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that rely on specific tax configurations, they may not have been properly implemented.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IDFOT077 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ or OB40 to review the tax configuration settings.
  Ensure that the relevant tax codes and tax types are correctly defined for the specified parameters.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Entries:
  
  If you identify that the required entry is indeed missing, you can create it manually in the FOTETAXC table using transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or through the appropriate configuration transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with tax determination, review the code to ensure it is correctly handling the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to tax configuration for your specific version of SAP, as there may be specific guidelines or updates that need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and maintaining the necessary entries, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table FOTETAXC: This table typically contains tax-related data that is used for tax determination processes. Understanding its structure and the data it holds can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, OB40, and SE11 for configuration and data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to tax configuration and the specific error message IDFOT077 for any known issues or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.