How To Fix 8B181 - Check material (usage, produced) and tax control information

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Check material (usage, produced) and tax control information

What causes this issue?

Check the material information such as usage, 'produced' and tax
control information.

System Response

The NCM will be determined.
Some infomation cannot be determined or the values of the last product
can remain unchanged.

How to fix this error?

Check the following information:
Description of material
Material group
Unit of measure
Origin of material
NCM code
Usage
Produced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B181 - Check material (usage, produced) and tax control information ?

  The SAP error message 8B181, which states "Check material (usage, produced) and tax control information," typically occurs during the processing of materials in the SAP system, particularly in the context of production or inventory management. This error is often related to issues with the material master data, specifically regarding the usage type, production type, or tax classification.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be properly configured in the material master. This includes incorrect settings for usage type, production type, or tax classification.
  Tax Control Information: The tax control settings for the material may not be correctly defined, leading to inconsistencies when processing transactions.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The material may be missing necessary configuration settings in the relevant views (e.g., accounting, sales, purchasing).
  Usage Type Not Defined: The usage type for the material may not be defined in the system, or it may not match the expected values for the transaction being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the relevant views (Basic Data, Accounting, Sales, etc.).
  Ensure that the usage type and production type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Control Information:
  
  Check the tax classification in the material master (usually found in the Accounting view).
  Ensure that the tax control settings are correctly configured for the material.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the material is missing necessary configuration, update the material master with the correct settings.
  If necessary, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master data and tax control to ensure all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  MM01 (Create Material Master)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management or finance within SAP.