How To Fix 8B162 - Enter the tax information in full

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Enter the tax information in full

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to include a tax line without complete information.

System Response

Remains in the item tax screen.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the correct and complete values in the tax line, meaning
at least one of the three bases.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B162 - Enter the tax information in full ?

  The SAP error message 8B162 ("Enter the tax information in full") typically occurs when there is incomplete or missing tax information in a transaction or document that requires tax details. This error is often encountered in modules related to finance, sales, or purchasing where tax calculations are necessary.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Data: The tax information required for the transaction is not fully entered. This could include fields such as tax codes, tax jurisdiction, or tax amounts.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to missing fields or incorrect tax codes.
  Incomplete Master Data: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the necessary tax information filled out.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require specific tax information that has not been provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Complete Tax Information: Review the transaction or document where the error occurred and ensure that all required tax fields are filled out completely. This includes entering the correct tax codes and amounts.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the relevant business partner (customer or vendor) includes all necessary tax information. Update the master data if needed.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the tax codes and related settings are correctly configured in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific requirements related to tax information for the type of transaction you are processing.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FB60 (Vendor Invoice), FB70 (Customer Invoice), or others that involve tax calculations.
  Tax Codes: Familiarize yourself with the tax codes used in your organization and their corresponding settings in the SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax-related configurations.
  
  By ensuring that all necessary tax information is provided and correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message 8B162 in SAP.