How To Fix /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL237 - Ext.With Tax type parameter not defined for the company &.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL -

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Ext.With Tax type parameter not defined for the company &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL237 - Ext.With Tax type parameter not defined for the company &. ?

  The SAP error message /ILE/ANNX_GENERAL237 indicates that there is an issue with the tax type parameter not being defined for a specific company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, especially when dealing with external tax calculations or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Type Configuration: The tax type parameter for the specified company code is not defined in the system. This could happen if the company code was newly created or if the tax configuration was not properly set up.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not have the necessary tax configurations.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the tax type parameters may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Tax Type Parameter:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Types.
  Ensure that the tax type is defined for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code in question is correctly set up and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Check if the company code is active and properly linked to the relevant tax types.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax configuration is complete and that all necessary tax types are assigned to the company code.
  If using external tax calculation services, ensure that the integration is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to tax configuration for your specific version of SAP, as there may be additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) or OB40 (for tax type configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.