How To Fix ARBERP_MAP160 - No tax jurisdiction code found in purchase order &1 item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 160

• Message text: No tax jurisdiction code found in purchase order &1 item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP160 - No tax jurisdiction code found in purchase order &1 item &2 ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP160 indicates that there is no tax jurisdiction code found for a specific purchase order item. This error typically arises in the context of tax calculations, particularly when the system is unable to determine the appropriate tax jurisdiction for the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction Code: The most common cause is that the tax jurisdiction code is not maintained in the system for the relevant purchase order item.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive the tax jurisdiction code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry of the purchase order, such as incorrect or missing information in the vendor or material master records.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data for the vendor or the material may not have the necessary tax information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Purchase Order: Review the purchase order in question to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, particularly those related to tax information.
  Maintain Tax Jurisdiction Code:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and ensure that the tax jurisdiction codes are properly defined for the relevant country and region.
  Ensure that the tax jurisdiction code is assigned to the vendor master record.
  
  
  Update Vendor Master Data: If the vendor does not have a tax jurisdiction code assigned, update the vendor master data to include the correct tax jurisdiction.
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is also correctly configured with the necessary tax information.
  Consult with Tax Department: If you are unsure about the correct tax jurisdiction code, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), XK03 (Display Vendor), or MM03 (Display Material) to check the relevant data.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for tax jurisdiction codes can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Jurisdiction Codes.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on tax configuration and jurisdiction codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARBERP_MAP160 error and ensure that the necessary tax jurisdiction codes are in place for your purchase orders.