How To Fix RAT008 - Pro rata VAT: Result for cond. type &4 requested, but not in pattern

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RAT - Pro Rata VAT

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Pro rata VAT: Result for cond. type &4 requested, but not in pattern

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RAT008 - Pro rata VAT: Result for cond. type &4 requested, but not in pattern ?

  The SAP error message RAT008, which states "Pro rata VAT: Result for cond. type &4 requested, but not in pattern," typically occurs in the context of VAT (Value Added Tax) calculations, particularly when dealing with pro-rata VAT calculations in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to retrieve a result for a specific condition type (denoted by &4) that is not defined in the expected pattern for pro-rata VAT calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The condition type specified in the error message is not configured correctly in the pricing procedure or is not included in the pro-rata VAT calculation pattern.
  Incorrect Condition Records: There may be missing or incorrect condition records for the specified condition type.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may not align with the expected configuration, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary results.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the