How To Fix J1B_NFE213 - Cannot enter field &1; data structure has no tax group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1B_NFE - Message class for NF-e

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Cannot enter field &1; data structure has no tax group

What causes this issue?

You tried to map a column in the MS Excel layout to a field in a data
structure that is tax-relevant. However, you did not specify a tax group
for this data structure in this Customizing view.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check your mapping. If you want to map this field to this column, then
also assign a tax group to the structure. Alternatively, enter a
different field.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE213 - Cannot enter field &1; data structure has no tax group ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE213 indicates that there is an issue with the tax group field in the data structure when processing a transaction related to Brazilian tax reporting, specifically for the Nota Fiscal Eletrônica (NFE). This error typically arises when the system expects a tax group to be defined for a particular item or transaction, but it is missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Group: The most common cause is that the tax group is not assigned to the material or service being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a tax group in the relevant data structure.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the tax group field is not populated.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or service may not have the necessary tax information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material/Service Master Data:
  
  Go to the material or service master data and ensure that the tax group is correctly assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and checking the tax classification.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the tax configuration in the system is set up correctly. This includes checking the tax codes and tax groups in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Update Tax Group:
  
  If the tax group is missing, you can update it in the material master or service master. Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data you are trying to process. Ensure that all required fields, including the tax group, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to Brazilian tax reporting and Nota Fiscal to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration and master data management, such as:
  
  MM02 (Change Material Master)
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG)
  J1B1N (NFE Processing)
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to master data and tax configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configurations, particularly for Brazilian legislation.