How To Fix 8B312 - Usage indicator in tax code &1 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Usage indicator in tax code &1 not maintained

What causes this issue?

The brazil specific 'Usage' indicator for the respective tax code is
not maintained.

System Response

Tax calculation without definition of the 'Usage' is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the 'Usage' indicator for this tax code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B312 - Usage indicator in tax code &1 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message 8B312 indicates that the usage indicator for a specific tax code has not been maintained. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves a tax code, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for that tax code.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the tax code specified in the transaction does not have a usage indicator set in the system. The usage indicator is essential for determining how the tax code should be applied in various scenarios, such as for input tax, output tax, or other tax-related processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the usage indicator for the specified tax code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Code
  
  
  
  
  Select the Tax Code:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the tax code that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  You can search for the tax code in the list or create a new one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Usage Indicator:
  
  Once you have selected the tax code, ensure that the usage indicator is set appropriately. The usage indicator defines how the tax code is used in transactions (e.g., for sales tax, purchase tax, etc.).
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After maintaining the usage indicator, try to execute the transaction again that previously resulted in the error. The error should no longer occur if the configuration is correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Code Configuration: It is essential to ensure that all tax codes used in your organization are properly configured in the system to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on tax code configuration and usage indicators.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax code settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the configuration and any related dependencies.