How To Fix >2584 - No tax code specified although "Charge included tax" is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 584

• Message text: No tax code specified although "Charge included tax" is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2584 - No tax code specified although "Charge included tax" is active ?

  The SAP error message 2584 indicates that there is an issue with the tax configuration in your transaction. Specifically, it states that no tax code has been specified, even though the "Charge included tax" option is active. This typically occurs in scenarios where a tax calculation is expected, but the necessary tax code has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The most common cause is that the relevant tax code has not been specified in the transaction or document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax settings in the system, such as missing or incorrect tax codes in the master data.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be configured to handle tax codes properly.
  Inconsistent Settings: The "Charge included tax" setting may be enabled in a context where it is not applicable, leading to confusion in tax calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a Tax Code: Ensure that a valid tax code is specified in the relevant fields of the transaction. This can usually be done in the line item details of the document.
  Check Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the tax configuration settings.
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant accounts.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are using to ensure it is configured to handle tax codes appropriately.
  Consult Master Data: Verify that the master data (such as vendor or customer records) includes the necessary tax information.
  Test with Different Scenarios: If the issue persists, try creating a similar transaction with different parameters to see if the error occurs consistently.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices) or FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices) to test the entry of tax codes.
  Tax Code List: You can view the list of tax codes in the system using transaction code OB40.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on tax configuration and handling tax codes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that tax codes are properly specified in your transactions.