How To Fix RECD077 - Sales tax data does not define input tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Sales tax data does not define input tax

What causes this issue?

In Customizing of the <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCNCCTADD>contract type</>, the
setting in the <DS:DE.RECNUSERSUPPLIER>user/offerer</> field
specifies whether this is a customer contract (company code is the
offerer) or a vendor contract (company code is the user). Depending on
this setting, the posting term expects output tax (customer contract)
or input tax (vendor contract) as sales-tax data.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Switch to the processing of posting terms to correct the error.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD077 - Sales tax data does not define input tax ?

  The SAP error message RECD077, which states "Sales tax data does not define input tax," typically occurs in the context of sales tax processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with tax codes and tax determination. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary input tax information for a specific transaction, which can prevent the posting of documents or the completion of certain processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Input Tax Definition: The tax code used in the transaction does not have an associated input tax defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code assigned to the transaction may not be appropriate for the type of transaction being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of tax codes or tax determination procedures in the SAP system.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct tax information set up.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not be set up to allow for input tax recovery.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or similar, depending on your version) to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code used in the transaction has a valid input tax defined.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the correct tax information is maintained.
  Ensure that the relevant tax classification is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being processed is set up to allow for input tax recovery.
  
  
  
  Consult Tax Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the tax determination procedure in the configuration settings to ensure that it is correctly set up to handle the input tax for the relevant transactions.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Tax Codes:
  
  If possible, try using a different tax code that is known to have input tax defined to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the tax code and input tax configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Code Configuration), OBCO (Tax Determination), and others related to tax settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to RECD077 for specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax configurations and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RECD077 error in your SAP system.