How To Fix SAFT_MD_NO001 - A standard tax code has not been assigned to tax code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFT_MD_NO - SAF-T NO MD messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: A standard tax code has not been assigned to tax code &1

What causes this issue?

All reported tax codes in SAF-T Norway must be mapped to a standard tax
code.

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?

Make Customizing settings in
<DS:SIMG.SN_V_NO_MAP_TAX>Map Standard Tax Types.</>
Alternatively, go to <LS>Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger
Accounting (New) -> Periodic Processing > Report -> Standard Audit File
- Taxation -> Country-Specific Settings -> Norway</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFT_MD_NO001 - A standard tax code has not been assigned to tax code &1 ?

  The SAP error message SAFT_MD_NO001 indicates that a standard tax code has not been assigned to the specified tax code (represented by &1). This error typically arises in the context of tax configuration, particularly when dealing with the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting or similar tax-related functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the tax code you are trying to use does not have a corresponding standard tax code assigned to it in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Missing Assignments: The standard tax code that should be linked to the custom tax code is missing.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Updates in tax regulations may require new tax codes or changes to existing ones.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Look for the tax code that is causing the error and ensure that it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Standard Tax Code:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if a standard tax code is assigned to the tax code in question.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to assign a standard tax code that corresponds to the tax code you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is active and that all necessary settings (like tax rates, tax categories, etc.) are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which standard tax code to assign, consult your local tax regulations or SAP documentation for guidance on the appropriate tax codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, OB40 (for tax code determination), and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax code configuration and SAFT reporting, as they may provide additional insights or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on tax code configuration and SAFT requirements.
  
  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 tax configuration.