How To Fix RESCBC057 - Cost account &1: clearing account missing for non-deductible tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCBC - Errors During Posting of Settlement

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Cost account &1: clearing account missing for non-deductible tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCBC057 - Cost account &1: clearing account missing for non-deductible tax ?

  The SAP error message RESCBC057 indicates that there is a missing clearing account for a non-deductible tax in the context of cost accounting. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the appropriate clearing account for a specific tax type that is marked as non-deductible.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The clearing account for non-deductible tax has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be properly configured to link to a clearing account.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (such as cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers) may not be set up correctly to handle non-deductible taxes.
  Account Determination: The account determination settings in the configuration may not be set up to handle the specific tax scenario.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Clearing Account:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Account Determination > Define Account for Non-Deductible Taxes.
  Ensure that a clearing account is defined for the relevant non-deductible tax codes.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Use Transaction Code: OB40 to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly linked to the appropriate clearing account.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers to ensure they are correctly set up to handle non-deductible taxes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to tax configuration and account determination for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  OB40 (to check tax code configuration)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP FI/CO consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.