How To Fix VVSCMASTERDATA068 - No externally calculated tax lines exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCMASTERDATA -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: No externally calculated tax lines exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCMASTERDATA068 - No externally calculated tax lines exist ?

  The SAP error message VVSCMASTERDATA068 with the description "No externally calculated tax lines exist" typically occurs in the context of tax calculation in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) or financial accounting (FI) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any tax lines that have been calculated externally, which can happen for various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax calculation settings may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings for tax codes, tax calculation procedures, or tax jurisdiction codes.
  
  
  External Tax Calculation: If your organization uses an external tax calculation service (like Vertex or Avalara), there may be an issue with the integration or communication between SAP and the external service.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type being processed may not be set up to allow for external tax calculations.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the sales order, invoice, or other relevant documents can lead to this error.
  
  
  Tax Jurisdiction: The tax jurisdiction may not be correctly assigned or may not exist for the location of the transaction.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in SAP. Ensure that the tax codes and calculation procedures are correctly set up. You can do this in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting (FI) or Sales and Distribution (SD) settings.
  
  
  Verify External Tax Service: If using an external tax calculation service, check the integration settings. Ensure that the service is operational and that the connection between SAP and the external service is correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Document Types: Ensure that the document type being used allows for external tax calculations. You may need to adjust the settings in the document type configuration.
  
  
  Data Validation: Check the data entered in the relevant documents for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that the tax jurisdiction is correctly assigned.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made, perform tests to ensure that the tax calculation works as expected. Create a test sales order or invoice to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, VA01 for creating sales orders, and VF01 for creating invoices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.