How To Fix >W073 - Data for external tax system not transferred by document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >W -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Data for external tax system not transferred by document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >W073 - Data for external tax system not transferred by document ?

  The SAP error message W073: Data for external tax system not transferred by document typically occurs when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and an external tax calculation system. This message indicates that the necessary tax data was not sent to the external system for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The integration settings between SAP and the external tax system may not be properly configured.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being processed may not be set up to transfer tax data to the external system.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax codes used in the document may not be recognized or configured in the external tax system.
  Missing Tax Data: The document may not contain the necessary tax-related information (e.g., tax amounts, tax codes).
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to transfer tax data.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues such as network problems or system errors that prevent data transfer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the external tax system in SAP. Ensure that the integration is set up correctly and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it is configured to allow tax data transfer.
  Validate Tax Codes: Ensure that the tax codes used in the document are correctly defined and recognized in the external tax system.
  Complete Tax Data: Make sure that all required tax-related fields in the document are filled out correctly before attempting to transfer.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transfer of tax data.
  Check Logs: Review system logs for any error messages or warnings that may provide additional context about the failure to transfer data.
  Test Connectivity: If applicable, test the connectivity between SAP and the external tax system to ensure that there are no network issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the W073 error message.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the external tax system to ensure that it is compatible with your version of SAP and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your external tax system provider for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the W073 error and implement a solution to resolve it.