How To Fix VY631 - Tax code &1 is not an input tax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VY - Messages for freight processing

• Message number: 631

• Message text: Tax code &1 is not an input tax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VY631 - Tax code &1 is not an input tax ?

  The SAP error message VY631 indicates that the tax code specified in a transaction is not recognized as an input tax code. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves tax calculations, and the system expects an input tax code but the provided code does not meet that requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code entered in the transaction is not defined as an input tax code in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not be properly configured in the tax determination settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not allow for input tax codes, or the context of the transaction does not support the use of that tax code.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not be set up correctly to allow for input tax codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or FTXP) to check the configuration of the tax code.
  Ensure that the tax code is set up as an input tax code in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Details:
  
  Review the transaction details to ensure that the correct tax code is being used.
  Make sure that the transaction type supports the use of input tax codes.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that it is set up correctly to allow for input tax codes.
  Ensure that the relevant tax information is maintained in the master records.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Code Maintenance: Familiarize yourself with how to maintain tax codes in SAP, including the different types of tax codes (input, output, etc.).
  Tax Configuration: Understand the overall tax configuration in your SAP system, including tax determination procedures and how they relate to different transaction types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed instructions on tax code setup and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VY631 error and ensure that the correct tax codes are used in your transactions.