How To Fix NAA214 - Description of tax code &1 could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAA - Subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Description of tax code &1 could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine tax code &V1& in schema &V2& and
language &V3&.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_VERWALTUNG

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAA214 - Description of tax code &1 could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message NAA214, which states "Description of tax code &1 could not be determined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid description for a specified tax code in the relevant configuration settings. This can happen for several reasons, including missing or incorrect tax code definitions in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax code may not be properly configured in the system, or the description may not have been maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to tax codes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the tax code details.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or FTXP for tax codes) to check if the tax code exists and is properly configured.
  Ensure that the description for the tax code is maintained in all relevant languages if your system is multilingual.
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Code:
  
  If the tax code is missing, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., FTXP).
  Ensure that all necessary fields, including the description, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., vendor or customer records) to ensure that the correct tax code is assigned.
  If the tax code is assigned incorrectly, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the tax code information.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on tax code configuration and maintenance.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Codes
  FTXP: Maintain Tax Code Data
  OB40: Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to tax codes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the NAA214 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.