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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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. This can usually be done in the line item details of the transaction.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the material, vendor, or customer includes the correct tax classification and tax code. You can do this by checking the material master or vendor/customer master records.
  Review Tax Configuration: Check the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. This includes verifying the tax determination procedure and ensuring that the necessary tax codes are defined in the system.
  Document Type Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration of the document type being used to ensure that it is set up to allow tax calculations.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), FK02 (Change Vendor), or XD02 (Change Customer) to update master data.
  Tax Codes: Tax codes can be maintained in the SAP system using transaction code FTXP.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on tax configuration and determination processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8_2221 error and ensure that tax calculations can be performed correctly in your SAP transactions.