How To Fix >4085 - No tax items are available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No tax items are available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4085 - No tax items are available ?

  The SAP error message "4085 No tax items are available" typically occurs when a transaction is processed that requires tax determination, but the system cannot find any applicable tax items for the transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, sales order creation, or when posting accounting documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax codes required for the transaction may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine tax.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as customer or vendor master records) may not have the necessary tax information.
  Tax Jurisdiction: The jurisdiction settings may not be properly configured, leading to no tax items being available for the location of the transaction.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be configured to allow tax determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Tax Codes: Ensure that the relevant tax codes are defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the tax configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Tax Configuration: Verify the tax configuration settings in the system (transaction codes like OBYZ for tax codes, OB40 for tax determination).
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the customer or vendor master records have the correct tax information, including tax classification and tax codes.
  Check Jurisdiction Settings: If applicable, review the jurisdiction settings to ensure they are correctly configured for the location of the transaction.
  Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the document type being used to ensure it is set up to allow tax determination.
  Test with Different Scenarios: If possible, try processing the transaction with different parameters to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Define Tax Codes), OB40 (Tax Determination), and XK02 (Change Vendor) or XD02 (Change Customer) for master data updates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax determination issues, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to tax configuration and determination for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration within SAP.