How To Fix RECD078 - Sales tax data do not define output tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Sales tax data do not define output 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.

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 this error there.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD078 - Sales tax data do not define output tax ?

  The SAP error message RECD078, which states "Sales tax data do not define output tax," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of sales tax in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of sales documents, invoices, or when processing transactions that involve sales tax.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The sales tax codes or tax determination procedures may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code used in the transaction may not be set up to define output tax.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: If the tax jurisdiction is not correctly defined or linked to the relevant tax codes, it can lead to this error.
  Master Data Issues: Customer or material master records may not have the correct tax classification or tax information.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be configured to handle output tax.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code used in the transaction is set up to define output tax.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Determination Procedure:
  
  Use transaction code OBCL to review the tax determination procedure.
  Ensure that the procedure is correctly assigned to the relevant sales area and that it includes the necessary tax codes.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master record (transaction code XD03) and ensure that the tax classification is correctly maintained.
  Check the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the tax classification.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Jurisdiction:
  
  Ensure that the tax jurisdiction is correctly defined and linked to the relevant tax codes.
  Use transaction code OBB8 to review jurisdiction codes and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Transactions:
  
  If possible, try creating a similar transaction with a different tax code to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the specific tax code or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to tax configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, OBCL, XD03, and MM03 for tax configuration and master data checks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in tax configuration.