How To Fix REEXFI014 - FI tax type is not unique for the assigned tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXFI - Messages for Interface to FI

• Message number: 014

• Message text: FI tax type is not unique for the assigned tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXFI014 - FI tax type is not unique for the assigned tax code ?

  The SAP error message REEXFI014 indicates that there is a problem with the tax configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the tax type assigned to a particular tax code is not unique, which can lead to confusion in tax calculations and reporting.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  Duplicate Tax Types: The same tax type is assigned to multiple tax codes in the system, leading to ambiguity.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of tax codes and tax types in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be properly assigned to the relevant tax type in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REEXFI014 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Review the tax codes and ensure that each tax code is assigned a unique tax type.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Type Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code OB40 to check the assignment of tax types to tax codes.
  Ensure that each tax code has a unique tax type and that there are no duplicates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tax Type Settings:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to adjust the settings to ensure that each tax code is linked to a unique tax type.
  You may need to create new tax codes or modify existing ones to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to post a transaction that previously triggered the error.
  Ensure that the error no longer appears and that tax calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct tax types and codes, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your finance team to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Code Configuration) and OB40 (Tax Type Assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax configuration issues, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Testing Environment: If possible, make changes in a testing environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REEXFI014 error and ensure that your tax configuration is set up correctly in SAP.