How To Fix OB074 - No valid entry for &, &, &. Configure ED-handling type/tax status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 074

• Message text: No valid entry for &, &, &. Configure ED-handling type/tax status

What causes this issue?

The handling type is not maintained for the given combination of
company code and plant.

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?

Maintain an entry in the Customizing view <DS:TRAS.O5W4> TDP (Tariffs,
Duties and Permits) -> Global Settings -> Parameter Assignments ->
Maintain handling type / tax status</> for your combination of company
code, plant, and handling type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB074 - No valid entry for &, &, &. Configure ED-handling type/tax status ?

  The SAP error message OB074 "No valid entry for &, &, &. Configure ED-handling type/tax status" typically occurs in the context of configuring tax handling in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with electronic data (ED) handling types and tax statuses. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified parameters, which are usually related to tax codes, tax types, or other relevant settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for the specified handling type or tax status has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being referenced in the error message may not match any existing entries in the configuration tables.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the tax configuration tables or incorrect assignment of tax codes to the relevant entities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OB074 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the configuration for tax handling types and statuses.
  Ensure that the necessary entries for the handling type and tax status are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Entries:
  
  If you find that the required entries are missing, create them by following the configuration steps in the relevant SAP documentation or customizing guide.
  Make sure to assign the correct tax codes and handling types as per your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Use transaction code FTXP to review the tax codes and ensure they are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant tax types.
  Check if the tax codes are active and properly linked to the appropriate country and region.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs in earlier versions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for specific guidance on configuring tax handling types and statuses.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax configuration), FTXP (for tax codes), and OB40 (for tax determination).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to OB074 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) configuration documentation for detailed steps on setting up tax handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.