How To Fix 88681 - VAT determination failed; error code &2

88681 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 681

• Message text: VAT determination failed; error code &2

System Response

VAT can not be determined for tax indicator &V1&.
The error &V2& occurred.
This could be as a result of the following:
Error 1: The company code you specified does not exist
Error 2: The country you specified is not available
Error 3: The tax indicator is not defined in the calculation schema
Error 4: The tax indicator in the calcualation schema is not permitted
Error 5: Transaction key not found, or other
Error 6: Calculation schema not found
Error 7: A function with incorrect parameters was called
Error 8: Condition record not found
Error 9: Condition type not found
Error 10: Unknown error
Error 11: Jurisdiction code length not permitted

How to fix this error?

Make appropriate corrections, depending on the error.

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88681 - Details

• The SAP error message 88681, which states "VAT determination failed; error code &2," typically occurs during the VAT determination process in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons related to configuration or data issues. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The VAT determination configuration may not be set up correctly in the system. This includes missing tax codes, tax categories, or incorrect settings in the tax procedure.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the necessary tax information, such as tax classification or tax codes.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect document types or missing information in the transaction.
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings: The error may be related to country-specific VAT settings that are not properly configured.
  
  
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the VAT determination process, they