Implementing GST
Implementing GST
involves several key steps and configurations. GST is a comprehensive tax levied on the supply
of goods and services in India, replacing various indirect taxes like VAT, service tax, and excise
duty. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to implement GST in SAP SD:
1. Pre-Implementation Steps:
Understand GST Requirements: Familiarize yourself with the GST law, rates, and
compliance requirements.
SAP Notes: Ensure your SAP system is updated with the latest SAP Notes related to
GST implementation. SAP regularly releases notes for legal changes and improvements.
3. Configuration Steps:
Define Tax Codes for GST: Create new tax codes for different GST rates (e.g., 5%,
12%, 18%, 28%).
o SPRO Path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global
Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Calculation
Procedure
Assign Tax Codes to Country: Assign the created GST tax codes to the country (India)
in the tax procedure.
o SPRO Path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global
Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Assign Country to
Calculation Procedure
Maintain Tax Jurisdictions: Define tax jurisdictions if required for regional tax
variations.
6. Account Determination:
Maintain Account Keys: Ensure account keys are assigned to GST condition types.
Automatic Account Determination: Set up automatic account determination for GST-
related transactions.
o SPRO Path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global
Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Specify Accounts
for Automatic Postings
Purchase Order and Invoice: Ensure GST configuration is in place for purchase orders
and invoices.
Tax Code Usage: Use appropriate tax codes during purchase order creation and invoice
verification.
8. Reporting:
GST Reports: Implement GST-compliant reports for tax filing and compliance. SAP
provides standard reports, but custom reports may be needed based on specific business
requirements.
GST Returns: Ensure that the system can generate returns such as GSTR-1, GSTR-2,
GSTR-3B, etc.
9. Testing:
Conclusion:
Implementing GST in SAP SD requires careful planning and detailed configuration. It’s crucial
to ensure all master data is updated, pricing procedures are adjusted, and tax codes are accurately
maintained. Regular testing and updates based on the latest SAP notes are essential for a
successful GST implementation.
This guide provides a high-level overview; for detailed steps, refer to the specific SAP
documentation and notes related to GST implementation.