How To Fix /SAPCE/FKRO_REP051 - VIES Type of Operation is not assigned to Tax Code &1 (Procedure &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FKRO_REP -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: VIES Type of Operation is not assigned to Tax Code &1 (Procedure &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FKRO_REP051 - VIES Type of Operation is not assigned to Tax Code &1 (Procedure &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FKRO_REP051 VIES Type of Operation is not assigned to Tax Code &1 (Procedure &2) typically occurs in the context of VAT reporting, particularly when dealing with the VIES (VAT Information Exchange System) reporting in the European Union. This error indicates that there is a missing configuration for the specified tax code in relation to the VIES reporting requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The tax code specified in the error message is not assigned a "Type of Operation" in the VAT configuration settings.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be appropriate for the transaction type or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Procedure Issues: The procedure referenced in the error message may not be correctly configured to handle the specified tax code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBYZ (or OB40 depending on your version) to check the configuration of the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax code in question is properly configured for VIES reporting.
  
  
  
  Assign Type of Operation:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for VIES reporting. This can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Tax on Sales/Purchases ? VAT Reporting ? VIES Reporting ? Define Types of Operation.
  
  
  Assign the appropriate "Type of Operation" to the tax code that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check VAT Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the VAT procedure associated with the tax code is correctly set up to handle the operations you are trying to report.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for VAT procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYZ or OB40 for tax code configuration.
  SPRO for accessing the configuration menu.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to VIES reporting and tax code configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax code configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your VIES reporting is correctly configured.