How To Fix 56406 - Enter a jurisdiction code (use F4 help)

56406 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Enter a jurisdiction code (use F4 help)

What causes this issue?

The tax schema &V1& used requires entry of a tax jurisdiction
(jurisdiction code).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use the F4 help to select a jurisdiction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56406 - Enter a jurisdiction code (use F4 help) ?

  The SAP error message "56406: Enter a jurisdiction code (use F4 help)" typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a transaction that requires a jurisdiction code, but the field is either left blank or contains an invalid entry. This error is common in scenarios involving tax calculations, especially in modules like SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or SAP FI (Financial Accounting).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Jurisdiction Code: The jurisdiction code is a required field for certain transactions, particularly those involving tax calculations. If the user does not enter a jurisdiction code, this error will be triggered.
  Invalid Jurisdiction Code: If the user enters a jurisdiction code that does not exist in the system or is not valid for the transaction being processed, the error will also occur.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the tax settings or jurisdiction codes in the SAP system that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Valid Jurisdiction Code:
  
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