How To Fix CRM_DAM_TAX_ADM018 - System administration: no taxonomy selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DAM_TAX_ADM - Taxonomy Administration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: System administration: no taxonomy selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DAM_TAX_ADM018 - System administration: no taxonomy selected ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DAM_TAX_ADM018 indicates that there is no taxonomy selected in the system administration settings for the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) module. This error typically arises when trying to perform operations that require a taxonomy to be defined, such as managing taxonomies for product data or other related entities.
  Cause:
  
  No Taxonomy Defined: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a taxonomy defined or selected for the relevant application area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the taxonomy is supposed to be linked or selected.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or select the taxonomy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define a Taxonomy:
  
  Go to the SAP CRM system and navigate to the area where taxonomies are managed.
  Define a new taxonomy if none exists. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant CRM area.
  
  
  
  Select the Taxonomy:
  
  Ensure that the taxonomy is selected in the relevant configuration settings. This may involve going to the specific application area where the taxonomy is required and selecting the appropriate taxonomy from the list.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary permissions to access and select taxonomies. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for any inconsistencies or missing entries related to taxonomies. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing taxonomies in your version of SAP CRM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Taxonomy in SAP: Taxonomies are used to categorize and manage data in a structured way. They are essential for organizing product information, tax rates, and other related data in CRM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), CRMD_ORDER (Order Management), and others that may be related to taxonomy management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_DAM_TAX_ADM018 error and ensure that a taxonomy is properly defined and selected in your SAP CRM system.