How To Fix M8249 - Enter a tax code

M8249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Enter a tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8249 - Enter a tax code ?

  The SAP error message M8249, which states "Enter a tax code," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management when a transaction requires a tax code to be specified, but it has not been provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoice verification.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The most common cause is that the tax code field is left blank when it is required for the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: The tax codes may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant tax codes may not be assigned to the material or vendor.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be set up to allow for tax codes.
  Country-Specific Settings: The tax code may be required based on the country settings in the system, and if the country is not configured correctly, it may lead to