How To Fix RW618 - For tax code &, use G/L account &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 618

• Message text: For tax code &, use G/L account &

What causes this issue?

You have transferred a tax item with the tax on sales/purchases code
&V1& (field TAX_CODE) to parameter ACCOUNTTAX. In Customizing you have
defined that G/L account &V2& should be used with this tax code.

System Response

The document cannot be updated.

How to fix this error?

For tax on sales/purchases code &V1&, use G/L account &V2& in field
GL_ACCOUNT, or leave the field blank.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW618 - For tax code &, use G/L account & ?

  The SAP error message RW618 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of tax codes and their associated General Ledger (G/L) accounts. This error occurs when a tax code is used in a transaction, but the system cannot find a corresponding G/L account for that tax code in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The tax code you are trying to use does not have a corresponding G/L account assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured in the tax configuration settings.
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code might be inactive or not available for the company code you are working with.
  Company Code Issues: The G/L account may not be valid for the specific company code or may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Code).
  Verify that the tax code in question is correctly configured and has a valid G/L account assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign G/L Account:
  
  If the G/L account is missing, you will need to assign a valid G/L account to the tax code.
  This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the tax code.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is valid for the company code you are working with.
  Check if the G/L account is active and not blocked for postings.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Tax Codes:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is active and available for use in the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct G/L account to use, consult your financial accounting documentation or speak with your finance team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB40: For checking and configuring tax codes.
  FS00: For checking G/L account details.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to tax codes and G/L accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.