SuiteTax Latam Engine Brazil Setup Requirements

TL;DR

Before you can install the SuiteTax Latam Engine - Brazil Records SuiteApp, specific requirements must be met to ensure a successful setup. These prerequisites focus on account configuration, language settings, and feature enablement in NetSuite.

What Are the Prerequisites for SuiteTax Latam Engine Installation?

To successfully install the SuiteTax Latam Engine - Brazil Records SuiteApp, your NetSuite environment must meet several prerequisites:

1. OneWorld Account Requirement
   Ensure that you are using a OneWorld account. OneWorld is essential for managing multinational operations effectively, allowing for integration across different regions and business segments.

2. Language Configuration
   Add Portuguese (Brazil) and Latin American Spanish as enabled languages for translation:

   • If your account's default language is either Portuguese (Brazil) or Latin American Spanish, it does not need adding to the list of enabled languages.
   • For detailed steps on enabling languages, refer to the topic on enabling translation strings.

3. SuiteApp Installation
   You must install the SuiteTax Latam Engine SuiteApp. For guidance on the installation process, consult the installation documentation specific to this SuiteApp.

4. Feature Enablement
   Enabling the following features in NetSuite is crucial:

   • Navigate to Setup > Company > Enable Features.
   • Under the Tax subtab, ensure that the following boxes are checked:
     • Advanced Taxes
     • SuiteTax
   • Under the SuiteCloud subtab, check these boxes:
     • Custom Records
     • Client SuiteScript
     • Server SuiteScript.
   • After all selections, click Save to apply these changes.

Important Considerations

• These prerequisites also apply to updates of the SuiteTax Latam Engine. Maintaining the specified settings will help prevent issues during the update process.

Who This Affects

• Administrators: Responsible for setting up accounts and enabling necessary features.
• Developers: Who may work with the SuiteTax functionality during implementation.
• Finance Teams: Who will utilize the SuiteApp for compliance and taxation management in Brazil.

Key Takeaways

• Ensure a OneWorld account is in use for installation.
• Activate Portuguese (Brazil) and Latin American Spanish languages in the account settings.
• Install the SuiteTax Latam Engine SuiteApp to use its features.
• Enable specific tax and SuiteCloud features within the NetSuite setup to ensure proper functioning.

Source: This article is based on Oracle's official NetSuite documentation.