How To Fix OB422 - 'Tax Procedure To' is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 422

• Message text: 'Tax Procedure To' is mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB422 - 'Tax Procedure To' is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message OB422, which states "'Tax Procedure To' is mandatory," typically occurs in the context of configuring tax procedures in the SAP system. This error indicates that a required field for tax configuration is missing or not properly set up.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a value for the "Tax Procedure To" field in the tax configuration settings, but it is either left blank or not defined. This can happen during the configuration of tax codes, tax procedures, or when setting up tax determination rules.
  Solution:
  To resolve the OB422 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Procedure).
  
  
  
  Check Tax Procedure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the tax procedure you are working with is correctly defined. Look for the "Tax Procedure To" field and make sure it is filled in with the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Procedures:
  
  If the tax procedure is not defined, you may need to create or modify it. Ensure that all necessary fields, including "Tax Procedure To," are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Check the tax codes associated with the tax procedure. Ensure that they are correctly linked and that all required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values to enter, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the specific tax procedures relevant to your country or region.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYZ: Configuration of tax procedures.
  OB40: Define tax codes for sales and purchases.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to tax procedures and the OB422 error.
  
  
  
  Consulting Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OB422 error and ensure that your tax configuration is set up correctly.