How To Fix /PM0/ABE_CORE_MSG002 - Tax calculation on processing level &1 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABE_CORE_MSG -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Tax calculation on processing level &1 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABE_CORE_MSG002 - Tax calculation on processing level &1 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABE_CORE_MSG002 indicates that tax calculation on a specific processing level is not possible. This error typically arises in the context of tax determination and calculation processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The processing level specified may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the tax configuration.
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax codes required for the transaction may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Incompatible Document Types: The document type being processed may not support tax calculation at the specified processing level.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., customer/vendor master records) that affect tax determination.
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction: If the tax jurisdiction is not set up correctly, it can lead to issues in tax calculation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the processing level is correctly defined and that all necessary tax codes are activated.
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax codes) and OB40 (for tax determination) to check configurations.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type: Ensure that the document type being processed is compatible with tax calculation. You may need to adjust the document type settings if necessary.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for customers, vendors, and materials to ensure that all relevant tax information is correctly maintained.
  
  
  Check Tax Jurisdiction: Ensure that the tax jurisdiction is correctly set up and that the relevant jurisdiction codes are assigned to the master data.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the tax calculation process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for tax calculation and configuration for detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.