How To Fix F5A193 - Expense item has no tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Expense item has no tax code

What causes this issue?

Due to the setting in the G/L account master record, the cash discount
clearing account '<(>&<)>V1&' requires a tax code. Since the cash
discount clearing item is generated automatically, the tax code is
transferred from the expense item. If no tax code is specified in the
expense item, this leads to a conflict.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Assign a tax code to the expense items or enter an appropriate tax
category in the master record of the cash discount clearing account '
<(>&<)>V1&'.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A193 - Expense item has no tax code ?

  The SAP error message F5A193, which states "Expense item has no tax code," typically occurs when you are trying to post an expense item in the system that does not have an associated tax code. This can happen in various transactions, such as invoice postings, expense reports, or other financial entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The expense item you are trying to post does not have a tax code assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be configured correctly in the system, or the relevant tax codes may not be defined for the specific expense account.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account you are using for the expense may not be set up to allow tax codes.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on tax codes, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Expense Item: Ensure that the expense item you are trying to post has a valid tax code assigned. You can do this by checking the master data for the expense account.
  Assign a Tax Code: If the expense item does not have a tax code, you can assign one. This can typically be done in the transaction where you are entering the expense or by updating the master data for the expense account.
  Review Account Settings: Go to the account settings in the SAP system and ensure that the account is configured to allow tax codes. This can be done in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Check Tax Code Configuration: Ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about how to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team. They may have additional insights or permissions to make necessary changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), FB50 (Enter G/L Account Document), or MIRO (Enter Incoming Invoice) depending on where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on tax codes and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F5A193 and successfully post your expense item.