How To Fix TXS_MESSAGES017 - Enter a valid tax code for Brazil according to your item type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXS_MESSAGES - Tax Service Messages class

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Enter a valid tax code for Brazil according to your item type

What causes this issue?

The following are possible causes for this error:
The <LS>Tax Code</> field is blank.
The tax code is not accordant with the item type.
The tax code you entered is invalid for Brazil.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For a <LS>Materials</> item type, enter a tax code that is in the range
of 00 and 99.
For a <LS>Services </>item type, enter a tax code that is in a T + No
format, for example, T0 or T1 are valid tax codes.
The valid values are listed in the <LS>Search Help </>(F4 Help) function
of the field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES017 - Enter a valid tax code for Brazil according to your item type ?

  The SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES017 indicates that there is an issue with the tax code being used for a transaction in Brazil. This error typically arises when the tax code entered does not match the requirements for the specific item type or is not valid for the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the specific item type.
  Item Type Mismatch: The item type being processed may require a specific tax code that is different from what has been entered.
  Configuration Issues: The tax codes may not be properly configured in the system for Brazilian tax regulations.
  Missing Tax Code: The tax code may not be assigned to the relevant material or service master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Code: Verify that the tax code entered is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the tax code configuration in SAP.
  Review Item Type: Ensure that the item type you are using is compatible with the tax code. Different item types may require different tax codes.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for tax codes in the SAP system. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant tax configuration settings for Brazil.
  Assign Tax Code: If the tax code is missing from the material or service master data, you may need to assign the correct tax code to the relevant master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines specific to Brazilian tax regulations to ensure compliance and correct usage of tax codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates regarding tax code configurations for Brazil.
  Tax Code Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of tax codes in SAP, especially for Brazil, as it has specific requirements due to its complex tax system.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify tax codes and related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configurations for Brazil.