How To Fix RECD058 - Tax group is a required entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Tax group is a required entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD058 - Tax group is a required entry ?

  The SAP error message RECD058, which states "Tax group is a required entry," typically occurs when a transaction or document is being processed that requires a tax group to be specified, but it has not been provided. This error is common in scenarios involving financial transactions, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or invoice processing, where tax calculations are necessary.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Group: The most common cause is that the tax group field is left blank in the relevant document or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a tax group not being met.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the customer or vendor may not have a tax classification defined, which is necessary for tax calculations.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may require tax groups to be filled in, and if the document type settings are not configured properly, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Tax Group: Ensure that the tax group is filled in the relevant field of the document you are trying to process. This can usually be done in the header or item level of the document.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the customer or vendor master data has the appropriate tax classification set up. You can do this by navigating to the customer or vendor master record and checking the tax information.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve checking the tax codes, tax groups, and related settings in the customizing (SPRO) area.
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are using to ensure that it is configured to require a tax group and that the necessary tax settings are in place.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct tax group to use, consult your organization's tax documentation or speak with your finance department to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FD01 (Create Customer), FD02 (Change Customer), MK01 (Create Vendor), or MK02 (Change Vendor) to update master data.
  Tax Configuration: The tax configuration can be accessed through the SPRO transaction, under the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to tax groups and configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECD058 error and successfully process your transaction.