How To Fix /PM0/ABE_SAMPLE_MSG121 - No tax handling is defined in Customizing

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABE_SAMPLE_MSG -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: No tax handling is defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABE_SAMPLE_MSG121 - No tax handling is defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABE_SAMPLE_MSG121 No tax handling is defined in Customizing typically indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary tax handling configuration for a specific transaction or process. This can occur in various modules, particularly in areas related to financial transactions, invoicing, or tax reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Configuration: The most common cause is that the tax handling settings have not been defined in the system's Customizing settings. This could be due to a lack of configuration for the relevant tax codes, tax types, or tax jurisdictions.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used in the transaction may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Tax Jurisdiction: If the transaction involves multiple jurisdictions, the necessary tax handling for those jurisdictions may not be defined.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access the tax configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for tax configuration. This is usually found under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Define Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases.
  
  
  Ensure that the necessary tax codes and tax handling settings are defined for the relevant country and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Define Tax Codes:
  
  If tax codes are missing, create new tax codes as needed. Ensure that they are properly linked to the relevant tax rates and jurisdictions.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data to ensure that the correct tax code is being used. If the tax code is incorrect, update it to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Consult with a Tax Specialist:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct tax handling settings, consult with a tax specialist or someone familiar with the tax regulations applicable to your business.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify tax configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax handling in your version of SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on tax configuration and handling.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the tax handling works as expected in the relevant transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that tax handling is properly configured in your SAP system.