How To Fix TXS_MESSAGES048 - For item categories &1 and &2 you can only use tax code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXS_MESSAGES - Tax Service Messages class

• Message number: 048

• Message text: For item categories &1 and &2 you can only use tax code &3

What causes this issue?

The tax code for item categories &V1& and &V2& is predefined as &V3&.

System Response

The system automatically changes the tax code back to &V3&.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES048 - For item categories &1 and &2 you can only use tax code &3 ?

  The SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES048 indicates that there is a restriction on the tax codes that can be used for specific item categories in a transaction. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when the system detects an inconsistency between the item category and the tax code being used.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The item categories specified (e.g., &1 and &2) are configured to only allow a specific tax code (e.g., &3).
  The tax code being used in the transaction does not match the allowed tax code for the specified item categories.
  There may be a configuration issue in the tax determination settings or item category settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item categories in the SAP system (Transaction code: VOV4 for SD or OMW2 for MM).
  Verify the tax code settings for the item categories in question. Ensure that the allowed tax code matches the one you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Assignment:
  
  Check the tax code assignment in the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, material master) to ensure that the correct tax code is being used.
  Ensure that the tax code is valid and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If the tax code being used is incorrect, change it to the appropriate tax code that is allowed for the specified item categories.
  If necessary, consult with your finance or tax department to determine the correct tax code to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on tax code restrictions related to item categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VOV4: Configuration for item categories in SD.
  OMW2: Configuration for item categories in MM.
  OB40: Configuration for tax codes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax code restrictions and item categories.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.