How To Fix /TMF/TDS093 - Tax Type & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /TMF/TDS -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Tax Type & does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /TMF/TDS093 - Tax Type & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message /TMF/TDS093 Tax Type & does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specified tax type in the configuration. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with tax calculations in SAP modules like SAP FI (Financial Accounting) or SAP SD (Sales and Distribution).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Type Configuration: The specified tax type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Type: The tax type being referenced may be misspelled or incorrectly entered in the transaction.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The tax type may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  Transport Issues: If the tax type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Types).
  Verify if the tax type in question is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Tax Type:
  
  If the tax type does not exist, you can create it by using the same transaction (OBYZ).
  Ensure that you enter all required details correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input where the error occurred to ensure that the tax type is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  If you are working in a specific client, ensure that the tax type is configured for that client. You may need to replicate the configuration from another client if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the tax type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides specific to your organization’s SAP setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax types. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax type configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.