How To Fix RESCGC003 - You entered a tax amount, but no tax type or tax group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCGC - Error during cost determination

• Message number: 003

• Message text: You entered a tax amount, but no tax type or tax group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCGC003 - You entered a tax amount, but no tax type or tax group ?

  The SAP error message RESCGC003 indicates that a tax amount has been entered in a transaction, but the system does not recognize a corresponding tax type or tax group. This typically occurs in scenarios where tax calculations are required, such as in sales or purchasing documents, but the necessary tax configuration is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Type/Group: The most common cause is that the user has entered a tax amount without specifying the tax type or tax group. The system needs this information to determine how to process the tax amount.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax types or tax groups in the SAP system. This could include missing entries in the tax configuration tables.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the tax type or group while filling out the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Tax Type/Group: Ensure that you enter the appropriate tax type or tax group in the relevant field when entering the tax amount. This will allow the system to recognize how to handle the tax.
  Check Configuration: If you are responsible for system configuration, verify that the tax types and tax groups are correctly set up in the system. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Types and Define Tax Codes.
  Ensure that the tax types and codes are properly defined and linked to the relevant accounts.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for entering tax information in your specific SAP environment, as there may be specific requirements or procedures to follow.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to correctly enter tax information in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax processing in your version of SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices), FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices), or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) where this error might occur.
  Tax Jurisdictions: Ensure that the tax jurisdiction settings are correctly configured, as this can also impact how tax types and groups are recognized.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.