How To Fix VVSCCHECK108 - &1: Item category &3 not defined for tax code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCCHECK - Payment Plan: Checks

• Message number: 108

• Message text: &1: Item category &3 not defined for tax code &2

What causes this issue?

You want to create externally calculated tax lines for a payment plan
item.
However, you have specified tax item type &V3&, which is <ZH>not</>
assigned to the tax code for other taxes &V2&, for this tax data.

System Response

To check Customizing for the tax code for other taxes, in <ZK>Contract
Accounts Receivable and Payable</>, choose <ZK>Basic Functions ->
Particular Aspects of Taxation Procedure ->
<DS:SIMG._FICABFTX_V_TFK007F>Define Other Tax Codes</>.</>

How to fix this error?

Use a tax item type that is assigned to the tax code partner &V2&.
If you want to use tax item type &V3& with tax code &V2&, contact your
system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to define tax item type &V3& for other tax for tax code &V2&
in Customizing, follow the Customizing path mentioned about. Choose
<ZK>Other Tax Code</> in the dialog structure, select the line for tax
code &V2& and the corresponding country and choose <ZK>Tax Item
Categories for Code</> in the dialog structure. You can save the tax
item type &V3& here.
To define the tax item type &V3& in Customizing for the <LS>other taxes
</> tax code for tax code &V2&, perform the following steps:
In Customizing, go to <ZK>Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable</> ->
<ZK>Basic Functions-> Particular Aspects of Taxation Procedure ->
<DS:SIMG._FICABFTX_V_TFK007F>Define Other Tax Codes</></>.
Chose "<ZK>Other Tax Codes</>" in the dialog structure, select the line
for tax code &V2& and the corresponding country in the dialog structure
<ZK>Tax Item Categories for Code</>.
Define tax item type &V3&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCCHECK108 - &1: Item category &3 not defined for tax code &2 ?

  The SAP error message VVSCCHECK108 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of item categories and tax codes in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the item category specified is not defined for the given tax code. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during sales order processing, billing, or when creating delivery documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item category is not configured to handle the specified tax code in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be applicable for the item category in question.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of an inappropriate item category or tax code.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax regulations may require updates to the item category and tax code mappings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for item categories in the SAP system (Transaction Code: VOV4).
  Verify that the item category in question is correctly defined for the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Code for Item Category:
  
  If the item category is not defined for the tax code, you will need to add the necessary configuration.
  In the configuration, ensure that the item category is linked to the appropriate tax code.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master (Transaction Code: MM03) and customer master (Transaction Code: XD03 or VD03) to ensure that the correct item category and tax code are being used.
  Make sure that the tax classification in the master data is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Tax Experts:
  
  If there have been recent changes in tax regulations, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure that the tax codes and item categories are compliant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VOV4: Configuration of Item Categories
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XD03: Display Customer Master (General Data)
  VD03: Display Customer Master (Sales Area Data)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on item categories and tax codes.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VVSCCHECK108 error in your SAP system.