How To Fix OIH_J1B399 - Tax code &1 not valid or tax code check table not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIH_J1B - Localization Brazil

• Message number: 399

• Message text: Tax code &1 not valid or tax code check table not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIH_J1B399 - Tax code &1 not valid or tax code check table not maintained ?

  The SAP error message OIH_J1B399 indicates that there is an issue with the tax code being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that the tax code is not valid or that the check table for the tax code has not been maintained. This error typically arises in the context of Brazilian tax regulations, where tax codes are crucial for compliance with local tax laws.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not recognized.
  Check Table Not Maintained: The relevant check table for the tax code has not been properly maintained, meaning that the system cannot validate the tax code against the expected values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax codes in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Brazilian tax requirements.
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code may not have been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Tax Code: Check the tax code being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Maintain Check Table: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section for maintaining tax codes and ensure that the check table for the tax code is properly maintained.
  
  
  Create/Activate Tax Code: If the tax code does not exist, you may need to create it:
  
  Use transaction code OBYZ to create or modify tax codes.
  Ensure that all necessary details, such as tax rates and validity periods, are correctly filled out.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources specific to Brazilian tax codes to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify tax codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYZ: For maintaining tax codes.
  SPRO: For accessing the configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax codes in Brazil.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in tax configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OIH_J1B399 error and ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured in your SAP system.