How To Fix F5A087 - Tax percentage rate is not displayed with this tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Tax percentage rate is not displayed with this tax code

What causes this issue?

You are using a tax code that consists of several individual taxes.

System Response

The system calculates the total tax amount as well as the net amount,
but does not display the effective total tax percentage rate.

How to fix this error?

If you want to see the exact percentage breakdown of the tax amount,
branch to the tax calculation procedure, or to the FI document display.

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 F5A087 - Tax percentage rate is not displayed with this tax code ?

  The SAP error message F5A087 indicates that the tax percentage rate is not displayed for a specific tax code in the system. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Code Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing tax rates or incorrect settings in the tax configuration.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: The tax jurisdiction may not be set up correctly, leading to the tax code not being recognized for the specific transaction.
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code might be inactive or not valid for the current period.
  Missing Tax Rate: The tax rate for the specified tax code may not have been defined in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect tax code usage in the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> 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 the tax rates are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Jurisdiction:
  
  Ensure that the tax jurisdiction is set up correctly and that the tax code is applicable for the jurisdiction in question.
  
  
  
  Activate Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Rates:
  
  If the tax rate is missing, you can define it in the same configuration area where you check the tax codes.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data to ensure that the correct tax code is being used and that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, SPRO, and others related to tax configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax configuration and error messages, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify tax configurations in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error message F5A087 and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.