How To Fix FMPEB098 - Tax code &1 &2 invalid; distribution of differences failed

FMPEB098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMPEB - Partially Exempt Organizations

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Tax code &1 &2 invalid; distribution of differences failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMPEB098 - Tax code &1 &2 invalid; distribution of differences failed ?

  The SAP error message FMPEB098 indicates that there is an issue with the tax code specified in the financial transaction. This error typically arises in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is an attempt to distribute differences (such as in a budget or actuals) and the specified tax code is invalid or not recognized by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not valid for the particular transaction type.
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax code may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant account or transaction type.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant account or cost center may not be set up correctly, leading to the invalid tax code error.
  Changes in Tax Regulations: If there have been recent changes in tax regulations, the tax codes may need