How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING395 - Invalid tax type code &1 for primary geo location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 395

• Message text: Invalid tax type code &1 for primary geo location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING395 - Invalid tax type code &1 for primary geo location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING395 Invalid tax type code &1 for primary geo location &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with the tax type code being used in the context of a specific geographical location. This error is often encountered in the context of tax calculations, especially in modules related to financial accounting or tax reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Type Code: The tax type code specified in the transaction does not exist or is not valid for the specified geographical location.
  Configuration Issues: The tax type may not be properly configured in the system for the primary geo location. This could be due to missing entries in the tax configuration tables.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the tax type code entered in the transaction.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax regulations or updates to the system may have rendered the existing tax type codes invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Tax Type Code: Check the tax type code (&1) being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Check Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system for the primary geo location (&2). Ensure that the tax type code is correctly assigned to the relevant geo location.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and check the tax codes under the Financial Accounting (FI) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules.
  
  
  Update Tax Codes: If the tax type code is missing or incorrect, you may need to create or update the tax code in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to tax configuration for your specific version of SAP to ensure compliance with current tax regulations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) or OB40 (for tax determination) to review and modify tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on tax configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the tax calculations are now functioning correctly without errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid tax type code in your SAP system.