How To Fix 06164 - Please enter an input tax code, not an output tax code

06164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Please enter an input tax code, not an output tax code

What causes this issue?

The tax code you entered refers to an output tax. Only input taxes are
allowed.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06164 - Please enter an input tax code, not an output tax code ?

  The SAP error message 06164, which states "Please enter an input tax code, not an output tax code," typically occurs in the context of tax processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with transactions that involve tax codes.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to enter an output tax code in a situation where an input tax code is expected. Input tax codes are used for purchases and expenses where the company can reclaim the tax, while output tax codes are used for sales and income where the company collects tax from customers. The system expects an input tax code for transactions that involve reclaiming tax, such as vendor invoices or expense entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Type: Ensure that you are entering the tax code in the correct context. If you are processing a vendor invoice or an expense, you should be using an input tax