Message type: E = Error
Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark
Message number: 298
Message text: Do not enter a tax pct rate if the standard pct rate has been chosen
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5M298
- Do not enter a tax pct rate if the standard pct rate has been chosen ?The SAP error message 5M298, "Do not enter a tax pct rate if the standard pct rate has been chosen," typically occurs in the context of tax calculations in SAP, particularly when dealing with tax codes and tax rates in financial transactions.
Cause: This error arises when a user attempts to enter a specific tax percentage rate while a standard percentage rate has already been selected for a transaction. In SAP, when a standard tax code is chosen, it automatically applies the predefined tax rate associated with that code. Entering a custom tax percentage in addition to the standard rate creates a conflict, leading to this error message.
Solution: To resolve this error, you should follow these steps: Check the Tax Code: Verify the tax code you have selected for the transaction. Ensure that it is the correct one that reflects the intended tax treatment. Remove Custom Tax Percentage: If you have entered a custom tax
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