/CCIS/TAX117 - Rule &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCIS/TAX -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Rule &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCIS/TAX117 - Rule &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /CCIS/TAX117 Rule &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of tax calculation or tax determination processes within the SAP system, particularly when using the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI) modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a tax rule that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Rule: The specified tax rule (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax rules in the system, such as incorrect settings or missing entries.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect tax classification.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the tax rules may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Rule Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Financial Accounting or Tax Management).
  Verify if the tax rule with the specified identifier exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate the Tax Rule:
  
  If the tax rule is missing, create a new tax rule with the required parameters.
  If the rule exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (such as customer/vendor records, material master, etc.) is correctly set up with the appropriate tax classifications.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a recent transport, check if the transport included all necessary objects and configurations.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax rule configuration and management.
  
  
  
  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: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu) to manage tax rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on tax rule management.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify tax rules in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /CCIS/TAX117 Rule &1 does not exist error in your SAP system.