How To Fix RAT006 - Pro rata VAT: Pattern not fulfilled (country &1, tax code &2, keydate &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RAT - Pro Rata VAT

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Pro rata VAT: Pattern not fulfilled (country &1, tax code &2, keydate &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RAT006 - Pro rata VAT: Pattern not fulfilled (country &1, tax code &2, keydate &3) ?

  The SAP error message RAT006 indicates an issue with pro rata VAT calculations, specifically that the required pattern for VAT determination has not been fulfilled. This error typically arises in the context of VAT reporting and compliance, particularly when dealing with pro rata calculations for input tax deductions.
  Cause:
  The error message RAT006 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The VAT configuration for the specified country and tax code may not be set up correctly. This includes missing or incorrect entries in the VAT condition records.
  
  
  Key Date Issues: The key date specified in the error message may not align with the VAT determination rules or the validity periods of the tax codes.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from applying the correct VAT calculation.
  
  
  Pro Rata Calculation Rules: The pro rata calculation rules may not be properly defined for the specific tax code or country, leading to the inability to determine the correct VAT amount.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RAT006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check VAT Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to review the VAT configuration for the relevant country and tax code.
  Ensure that the necessary condition records for VAT are maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Key Date:
  
  Verify the key date mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it falls within the validity period of the tax code and that the tax code is active for that date.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant vendors, customers, and materials to ensure that the tax codes are assigned correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Pro Rata Calculation Settings:
  
  Review the pro rata calculation settings in the system. Ensure that the rules for pro rata VAT calculations are correctly defined and that they apply to the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on pro rata VAT calculations and the configuration required for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the VAT is calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for VAT configuration), FBL1N (vendor line items), and FBL3N (G/L account line items) to analyze the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the RAT006 error for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  Consulting SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the RAT006 error in your SAP system.