How To Fix 5O052 - Exemption reason not permitted according to table 5A2D

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Exemption reason not permitted according to table 5A2D

What causes this issue?

You have entered an exemption reason that is not set for the chosen tax
procedure in view V_T5A2D <ZH>tax procedure/tax exemption reasons</>.

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?

Check if the entry is correct.
If the entry is correct inform the system administrator so that the
entry can be transferred to the view.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O052 - Exemption reason not permitted according to table 5A2D ?

  The SAP error message 5O052 indicates that an exemption reason is not permitted according to the configuration in table 5A2D. This error typically arises in the context of tax exemption processing, where the system checks the validity of the exemption reason against predefined rules in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The exemption reason entered in the transaction does not match any of the allowed exemption reasons defined in the configuration table 5A2D.
  The exemption reason may be incorrectly entered or may not be applicable for the specific transaction or customer/vendor.
  There may be missing or incorrect configuration in the tax exemption settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Exemption Reason:
  
  Verify the exemption reason you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and is applicable for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Table 5A2D:
  
  Access the configuration table 5A2D in SAP. You can do this by using transaction code SE16N or SE11.
  Check the entries in this table to see if the exemption reason you are using is listed. If it is not, you may need to add it or select a different reason.
  
  
  
  Modify Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can modify the configuration to include the exemption reason. This typically involves working with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to tax exemptions in your organization. This may provide insights into which exemption reasons are valid and how they should be applied.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the exemption reason is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax configuration) or SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify tax configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on tax exemption processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.