How To Fix F5A080 - You have entered an invalid tax code

F5A080 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 080

• Message text: You have entered an invalid tax code

What causes this issue?

You have entered tax code &V1& in the G/L account item. However, this
does not agree with the tax code &V2& of the customer/vendor item.

System Response

Error message issued.

How to fix this error?

Correct the tax code.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A080 - You have entered an invalid tax code ?

  The SAP error message F5A080, which states "You have entered an invalid tax code," typically occurs when a user attempts to process a transaction that involves tax calculations, but the tax code entered is not recognized by the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Tax Code Entry: The tax code may have been entered incorrectly, either due to a typographical error or misunderstanding of the valid codes.
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code may exist in the system but is currently inactive or not valid for the specific transaction or period.
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not be properly configured in the system, or the necessary tax settings may not be in place.
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code may not be defined in the system at all, especially if it is a new code that has not been set up.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain tax codes may only be applicable to