How To Fix >2516 - Tax and tax indicator &1 do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Tax and tax indicator &1 do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2516 - Tax and tax indicator &1 do not match ?

  The SAP error message 2516 indicates that there is a mismatch between the tax code and the tax indicator in the system. This typically occurs during the processing of transactions that involve tax calculations, such as invoice postings or sales order processing.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code used in the transaction does not correspond to the tax indicator defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches between tax codes and tax indicators.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as customer or vendor master records) may have incorrect tax information.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: Changes in tax laws or regulations may not have been updated in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Tax Code:
  
  Verify that the tax code used in the transaction is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the tax code corresponds to the correct tax indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or similar) to check the tax configuration settings.
  Ensure that the tax codes and tax indicators are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Examine Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer or vendor involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the tax classification and tax indicators are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Information:
  
  If there have been recent changes in tax regulations, ensure that the system is updated with the latest tax codes and indicators.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax configuration), VK11 (for maintaining pricing conditions), and FB60 (for vendor invoices).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax configuration and error message 2516.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax configurations and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration.