How To Fix TU270 - VAT code &1 for determination code &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 270

• Message text: VAT code &1 for determination code &2 not found

What causes this issue?

A value-added tax (VAT) code was defined for event R972. This code does
not exist in table TE011.

System Response

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

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

You have the following options:
Correct the VAT code in the coding for event R972.
Enter the VAT code in table TE011. Note that the value for the VAT must
be zero.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU270 - VAT code &1 for determination code &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message TU270 indicates that the system could not find a VAT code associated with a specific determination code. This typically occurs during the processing of transactions that involve tax calculations, such as sales orders, invoices, or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing VAT Code: The VAT code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Determination Code: The determination code used for tax calculation is not correctly configured or does not correspond to any existing VAT code.
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the appropriate VAT code.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the correct tax classification or VAT code assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check VAT Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant configuration path) to check the VAT codes and their settings.
  Ensure that the VAT code specified in the error message is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Determination Code:
  
  Check the determination code mentioned in the error message (e.g., &2) to ensure it is correctly configured in the tax configuration settings.
  Use transaction code OB40 to review the tax determination settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant customer, vendor, or material to ensure that the correct tax classification is assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant tax categories are set up correctly in the master data.
  
  
  
  Test Tax Calculation:
  
  Use transaction code FB60 (for vendor invoices) or VA01 (for sales orders) to test the tax calculation and see if the error persists.
  If the error continues, review the tax configuration and master data again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OBYZ (Maintain VAT Codes), OB40 (Maintain Tax Determination), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), VA01 (Create Sales Order).
  Tax Configuration: Ensure that the tax configuration is compliant with local regulations and that all necessary codes are defined.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the TU270 error message in SAP.