How To Fix >0116 - Specifications for tax line &1 are incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Specifications for tax line &1 are incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0116 - Specifications for tax line &1 are incomplete ?

  The SAP error message "0116 Specifications for tax line &1 are incomplete" typically indicates that there is an issue with the tax configuration for a specific tax line in the system. This error can occur during various processes, such as posting invoices or creating financial documents, where tax calculations are involved.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one or more of the following issues:
  
  Incomplete Tax Configuration: The tax code or tax line specified does not have all the necessary details configured in the system. This could include missing tax rates, tax accounts, or other required fields.
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction: If the tax line is jurisdiction-based, the jurisdiction may not be properly set up or linked to the tax code.
  Incorrect Tax Code Assignment: The tax code assigned to the transaction may not be valid for the specific transaction type or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Missing Master Data: Related master data