How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1486 - Only one input tax code is allowed for additional cost category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Only one input tax code is allowed for additional cost category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1486 - Only one input tax code is allowed for additional cost category &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1486 Only one input tax code is allowed for additional cost category &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with additional costs in procurement processes, particularly when configuring or processing invoices or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system has detected multiple input tax codes assigned to a single additional cost category. In SAP, each additional cost category (like freight, insurance, etc.) can only have one input tax code associated with it. When the system finds more than one tax code linked to that category, it raises this error to prevent inconsistencies in tax calculations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that only one input tax code is assigned to the additional cost category in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Additional Cost Category: Check the error message for the specific additional cost category (denoted as &1) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for additional costs in the SAP system. This is typically found in the customizing settings under:
  
  SPRO > Materials Management > Purchasing > Invoice Verification > Define Additional Costs.
  
  
  Look for the additional cost category mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Input Tax Codes:
  
  Review the input tax codes assigned to that additional cost category. Ensure that there is only one input tax code assigned.
  If there are multiple tax codes, you will need to decide which one to keep and remove the others.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  If the additional cost category is being used in specific purchase orders or invoices, check the master data for those transactions to ensure they are aligned with the updated configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring additional costs and input tax codes.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB40 (for maintaining tax codes) or SPRO (for configuration) to navigate through the settings.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your additional cost categories are configured correctly in the SAP system.