How To Fix J_1IG_MSGS018 - HSN/SAC code & is not defined for Country 'IN'

J_1IG_MSGS018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J_1IG_MSGS - GST India: Message class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: HSN/SAC code & is not defined for Country 'IN'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J_1IG_MSGS018 - HSN/SAC code & is not defined for Country 'IN' ?

  The SAP error message J_1IG_MSGS018 indicates that the HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) or SAC (Service Accounting Code) code is not defined for the specified country, in this case, India (Country code 'IN'). This error typically arises in the context of Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance in India, where HSN/SAC codes are essential for tax reporting and invoicing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing HSN/SAC Code: The HSN or SAC code for the product or service you are trying to process is not defined in the system for the country India.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in SAP for HSN/SAC codes may not be properly set up or may be incomplete.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the material master or service master data where the HSN/SAC code is specified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define HSN/SAC Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code J1IG (or the relevant transaction for managing HSN/SAC codes).
  Check if the HSN/SAC code is defined