How To Fix 8B160 - Select taxes first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Select taxes first

What causes this issue?

No tax has been selected.

System Response

It is not possible to execute the function.

How to fix this error?

Please select at least one tax and execute the desired function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B160 - Select taxes first ?

  The SAP error message 8B160: "Select taxes first" typically occurs in the context of tax determination or tax calculation processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) or financial accounting (FI) modules. This error indicates that the system requires the user to select or specify tax information before proceeding with a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Information: The user has not selected the appropriate tax codes or tax categories for the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as missing tax codes or incorrect settings in the tax determination procedure.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may require specific tax information that has not been provided.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting the necessary tax options during the transaction entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Tax Codes: Ensure that you select the appropriate tax codes or tax categories in the transaction screen before proceeding. This may involve navigating to the tax section of the transaction and making the necessary selections.
  Check Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. This includes checking:
  
  Tax codes in the relevant country settings.
  Tax determination procedures.
  Validity of tax codes and their assignment to the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, material master).
  
  
  Review Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the tax settings. Some transaction types may have specific requirements for tax selection.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on tax settings and requirements specific to your version of SAP.
  User Training: If the issue is recurring, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly select and enter tax information in transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax processing and the specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, FB60 for vendor invoices) where this error might occur.
  Tax Configuration: Review the configuration paths in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for tax settings, such as:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings
  Sales and Distribution (SD) > Basic Functions > Taxes > Maintain Tax Codes
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that tax calculations are functioning correctly.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration within SAP.