How To Fix ME648 - Tax code & in schema & invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 648

• Message text: Tax code & in schema & invalid

What causes this issue?

The tax code entered is not defined in the country of the company code.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Check whether the desired tax calculation schema has been assigned to
the country of the company code. The "Schema" field is to be found on
the detail screen.
If necessary, create a new tax code.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME648 - Tax code & in schema & invalid ?

  The SAP error message ME648, which states "Tax code & in schema & invalid," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system encounters an issue with the tax code configuration in the pricing schema.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code specified in the purchasing document does not exist or is not valid for the current configuration.
  Schema Configuration: The pricing schema used in the purchasing document may not be correctly configured to handle the specified tax code.
  Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be assigned to the relevant country or may not be applicable for the specific transaction type.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor master or material master data may not have the correct tax information set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Code: Verify that the tax code specified in the purchasing document is valid. You can do this by navigating to the tax code configuration in SAP (Transaction Code: OB40) and ensuring that the tax code exists and is active.
  Review Schema Configuration: Check the pricing schema configuration (Transaction Code: OME9) to ensure that the tax code is included in the schema and that it is set up correctly for the relevant transaction types.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the vendor master and material master records have the correct tax information. You can check this in the vendor master (Transaction Code: XK03) and material master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Consult with Tax Experts: If the tax code is correct but still causing issues, consult with your tax department or SAP functional consultant to ensure that the tax settings comply with local regulations and are correctly configured in the system.
  Testing: After making any changes, test the purchasing document again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to tax code handling in your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on tax configuration and pricing procedures for more detailed guidance on setting up tax codes and schemas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ME648 error in SAP.