How To Fix IDGT_LC011 - No valid goods tax catalog code found for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDGT_LC -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No valid goods tax catalog code found for material &1

What causes this issue?

You want to generate an outbound file to send to the Golden Tax
Interface. However, the file must include goods tax catalog codes, and
the system cannot determine the goods tax catalog code for this material
using the tax code from the billing document.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the goods tax catalog code has been properly mapped to a
tax code in the <DS:SIMG.GTSDGDSTXCAT>Assign Goods Tax Catalogs to Tax
Codes</> Customizing activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDGT_LC011 - No valid goods tax catalog code found for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message IDGT_LC011, which states "No valid goods tax catalog code found for material &1," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid tax classification for a material during a transaction that involves tax calculations, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or goods movements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Classification: The material in question does not have a valid tax classification assigned in the material master data.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code associated with the material may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: The tax jurisdiction may not be configured properly, leading to the inability to determine the correct tax code.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, particularly in the accounting or sales views.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Recent changes in tax regulations may not have been updated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Accounting, Sales Org 1, etc.) to ensure that the tax classification is correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the "Tax Classification" field is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Tax Codes:
  
  Check the tax codes in the system (transaction code OB40) to ensure that they are correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the tax codes are assigned to the relevant tax categories.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Jurisdictions:
  
  If applicable, check the configuration of tax jurisdictions to ensure they are set up correctly (transaction code OBYZ).
  
  
  
  Update Tax Catalog:
  
  If the tax catalog has been changed or updated, ensure that the new codes are reflected in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the tax classifications or codes, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), OB40 (Define Tax Codes), OBYZ (Maintain Tax Jurisdiction).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to tax configuration and material master data management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDGT_LC011 error and ensure that the material has the appropriate tax classification for transactions.