How To Fix 5K615 - Exemption reason not valid - check possible entries

5K615 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 615

• Message text: Exemption reason not valid - check possible entries

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5K615 - Details

• The SAP error message 5K615 ("Exemption reason not valid - check possible entries") typically occurs in the context of tax exemption processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the exemption reason you are trying to use is not recognized or is not valid for the current transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Exemption Reason: The exemption reason code entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration settings may not include the exemption reason you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the exemption reason code entered by the user.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (e.g., customer or vendor records) may not have the necessary exemption reason assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Possible Entries: Use the SAP transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant transaction for your version) to view the list of valid exemption reasons. Ensure that the exemption reason you are trying