How To Fix 5U213 - Enter a state tax authority

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Enter a state tax authority

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U213 - Enter a state tax authority ?

  The SAP error message 5U213, which states "Enter a state tax authority," typically occurs in the context of tax configuration or when entering tax-related information in the system. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify a state tax authority for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The state tax authority may not be configured in the system.
  Incomplete Data Entry: The user may not have entered the required information in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be associated with a valid state tax authority.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may require a state tax authority to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the tax configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the state tax authority is defined and properly configured for the relevant tax codes.
  
  
  
  Enter Required Information:
  
  When prompted with the error, check the input fields for the transaction you are processing.
  Make sure to enter the state tax authority in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Codes:
  
  Verify that the tax code you are using is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate state tax authority.
  You can check this in the tax code configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up state tax authorities and tax codes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields, especially in tax-related transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration, such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  OBYZ: Maintain tax codes
  OB40: Define tax authorities
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U213 and ensure that the necessary state tax authority is entered correctly in your SAP system.