M8758 - Enter a tax jurisdiction code for unplanned delivery costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 758

• Message text: Enter a tax jurisdiction code for unplanned delivery costs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8758 - Enter a tax jurisdiction code for unplanned delivery costs ?

  The SAP error message M8758, "Enter a tax jurisdiction code for unplanned delivery costs," typically occurs in the context of logistics and procurement processes when dealing with unplanned delivery costs in a purchase order or goods receipt. This error indicates that the system requires a tax jurisdiction code to properly calculate taxes associated with these costs.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Unplanned Delivery Costs: You are trying to enter unplanned delivery costs (e.g., freight, handling) in a transaction, but the system does not have the necessary tax jurisdiction code to calculate the applicable taxes.
  Missing Configuration: The tax jurisdiction code may not be configured in the system for the relevant company code or region.
  Incomplete Master Data: The vendor master data or material master data may be incomplete or missing the necessary tax information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8758 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter Tax Jurisdiction Code:
  
  When entering unplanned delivery costs, ensure that you provide a valid tax jurisdiction code. This can usually be done in the relevant field in the transaction screen.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the tax jurisdiction codes are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the following:
  
  Tax Codes: Ensure that the tax codes used for the unplanned delivery costs are correctly set up in the system.
  Tax Jurisdiction Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and check the settings for tax jurisdiction codes under the relevant country settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that the tax information is complete and accurate. This includes verifying that the tax classification and jurisdiction codes are correctly assigned.
  Similarly, check the material master data if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax jurisdiction codes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Jurisdiction Codes: These codes are used to determine the applicable tax rates based on the location of the transaction. They are essential for compliance with local tax regulations.
  Unplanned Delivery Costs: These are additional costs incurred during the delivery of goods that were not anticipated at the time of the purchase order creation.
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in modules such as MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales and Distribution).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8758 error and ensure that your transactions involving unplanned delivery costs are processed correctly.