How To Fix M8_2221 - Tax calculation not possible (no tax specified)

M8_2221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Tax calculation not possible (no tax specified)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2221 - Tax calculation not possible (no tax specified) ?

  The SAP error message M8_2221, which states "Tax calculation not possible (no tax specified)," typically occurs during the processing of a transaction that requires tax calculation, such as when creating a purchase order, sales order, or invoice. This error indicates that the system cannot determine the applicable tax because no tax code has been specified for the relevant line item or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The most common cause is that the tax code has not been specified in the document or transaction.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or vendor/customer may not have the appropriate tax classification or tax code assigned.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the tax configuration in the system, such as missing tax determination settings.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be configured to allow tax calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Specify Tax Code: Ensure that a valid tax code is specified in the relevant document.