How To Fix O5118 - Excise duty validation error in line &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Excise duty validation error in line &

What causes this issue?

There is an excise duty validation error with the details provided for
this line item.

System Response

Warning message.

How to fix this error?

View the <ZK>Excise Duty</> screen to view the item details.

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

If you choose <ZK>Enter</> on that screen, the system displays the
explanation for the validation error condition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5118 - Excise duty validation error in line & ?

  The SAP error message O5118, which indicates an "Excise duty validation error in line &," typically occurs in the context of excise duty processing in SAP, particularly in the Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD) modules. This error suggests that there is an issue with the excise duty calculation or configuration for a specific line item in a document, such as a purchase order, sales order, or invoice.
  Causes of Error O5118
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The excise duty configuration may not be set up correctly in the system. This includes settings related to excise duty rates, tax codes, or the relevant master data.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may not have the necessary excise duty information, such as the excise duty indicator or the correct tax classification.
  
  
  Inconsistent Document Data: The line item in question may have inconsistent or missing data that is required for excise duty calculation, such as quantity, value, or tax code.
  
  
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code assigned to the line item may not be valid for excise duty calculations or may not correspond to the correct excise duty rates.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have specific requirements for excise duty processing that are not being met.
  
  
  Solutions to Error O5118
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for excise duty in the SAP system. Ensure that the excise duty rates and tax codes are correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master records for the affected items have the correct excise duty indicators and tax classifications. Update them if necessary.
  
  
  Validate Document Data: Check the line item data in the document for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Examine Tax Codes: Ensure that the tax codes used in the document are valid for excise duty calculations. If necessary, update the tax codes or assign the correct ones.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on excise duty processing and validation errors.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace the error and identify the exact cause.
  
  
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), VA01 (Create Sales Order), and MIRO (Invoice Verification) where excise duty is applicable.
  Excise Duty Reports: Utilize reports related to excise duty to analyze and verify the correctness of excise duty calculations.
  User Exits and BAdIs: Explore user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may be relevant for customizing excise duty processing in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the O5118 error in your SAP system.