How To Fix F5380 - No additional tax is defined for this tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 380

• Message text: No additional tax is defined for this tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5380 - No additional tax is defined for this tax code ?

  The SAP error message F5380, which states "No additional tax is defined for this tax code," typically occurs when you are trying to post a financial transaction that involves a specific tax code, but the system cannot find the necessary tax configuration for that code. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during invoice postings, payment processing, or when creating financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The tax code you are using does not have the required additional tax settings defined in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code may have been incorrectly entered or may not be applicable for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Tax Code Deactivation: The tax code might have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  Country-Specific Settings: The tax code may not be set up for the specific country or region you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases).
  Verify that the tax code in question is correctly configured and that all necessary additional tax types are defined.
  
  
  
  Define Additional Tax Types:
  
  If the tax code is missing additional tax definitions, you can define them by navigating to the appropriate configuration settings in SPRO.
  Ensure that the tax code is linked to the correct tax type and that the rates are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Details:
  
  Double-check the transaction details to ensure that the correct tax code is being used.
  If you are using a custom tax code, ensure that it has been properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Tax Experts:
  
  If you are unsure about the tax code configuration, consult with your finance or tax department to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (for tax code configuration) and FBL1N (for vendor line items) to troubleshoot further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on tax configuration and management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax code configurations that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5380 error and ensure that your tax codes are correctly configured for financial transactions.