How To Fix RECD076 - Sales tax data in the posting term is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Sales tax data in the posting term is not consistent

What causes this issue?

The sales tax data in the posting term is inconsistent.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Switch to maintenance of posting terms and correct all errors that are
shown there.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD076 - Sales tax data in the posting term is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message RECD076, which states "Sales tax data in the posting term is not consistent," typically occurs during the posting of financial documents when there is an inconsistency in the sales tax data associated with the transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when the tax codes, tax rates, or tax jurisdiction codes do not match the expected values in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Tax Codes: The tax code used in the transaction may not be valid for the specific posting period or may not match the tax code defined in the master data.
  Incorrect Tax Jurisdiction: The tax jurisdiction code may not be set up correctly or may not correspond to the location of the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the tax settings in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect tax rates.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may have incorrect tax information, leading to inconsistencies during posting.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not configured to allow certain tax codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Codes: Verify that the tax codes used in the transaction are valid and correctly configured in the system. Ensure that they are active for the relevant posting period.
  Review Master Data: Check the vendor or customer master data for any inconsistencies in tax information. Ensure that the correct tax classification is assigned.
  Validate Tax Jurisdiction: Ensure that the tax jurisdiction codes are correctly set up and correspond to the location of the transaction.
  Configuration Review: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary tax rates and codes are defined correctly.
  Posting Period Check: Ensure that the posting period is open and allows for the posting of transactions with the specified tax codes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to sales tax.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB40 (for tax codes) and OBYZ (for tax jurisdiction) to review and configure tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on resolving this error.
  Testing: After making changes, perform test postings to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with actual transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financials and tax configuration.