How To Fix 5Y807 - Choose a taxation type first!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Y - Error messages for info-type Italian module pools

• Message number: 807

• Message text: Choose a taxation type first!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Y807 - Choose a taxation type first! ?

  The SAP error message 5Y807: "Choose a taxation type first!" typically occurs in the context of tax determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) or financial accounting (FI) modules. This error indicates that the system requires a taxation type to be selected before proceeding with a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Taxation Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a taxation type in the relevant transaction screen. This could happen in sales orders, invoices, or other financial documents where tax calculation is necessary.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax codes or tax determination procedures in the system. If the taxation types are not properly set up, the system may not allow you to proceed.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to select or view taxation types, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Taxation Type: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., sales order, invoice).
  Look for the field where you can select the taxation type (this may be labeled as "Tax Code" or similar).
  Choose the appropriate taxation type from the dropdown list.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the tax configuration in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the taxation types are correctly defined in the system and that they are linked to the relevant tax codes.
  Verify that the tax determination procedure is correctly set up for the relevant sales area or company code.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  If you suspect that the issue may be related to user permissions, check the user roles and authorizations.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and select taxation types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Configuration in SAP: Understanding how tax codes and taxation types are configured in SAP is crucial for resolving this error. Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) and OVK1 (for tax determination).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to SAP or the specific module, consider undergoing training or reviewing documentation related to tax processing in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5Y807 and proceed with your transaction.