>5463 - Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5463 - Tax on sales and purchases code could not be determined from table &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5463 indicates that the system is unable to determine the tax on sales and purchases code from the specified table. This typically occurs during the processing of transactions that involve tax calculations, such as sales orders, invoices, or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Tax Codes: The tax code that should be applied to the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the appropriate tax code.
  Table Issues: The relevant tax determination tables may not be populated correctly or may have been modified incorrectly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as customer or vendor master records) may not have the necessary tax information maintained.
  Country-Specific Settings: If the transaction involves international sales or purchases, the country-specific tax settings may not be configured properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Codes:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or FTXP) to check if the relevant tax codes are defined in the system.
  Ensure that the tax codes are active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OB40 to review the tax determination configuration.
  Ensure that the tax calculation procedure is correctly assigned to the relevant company code and that the necessary tax types are included.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the customer or vendor master records to ensure that the tax classification is maintained correctly.
  Use transaction codes XD02 (for customers) or XK02 (for vendors) to review and update the tax information.
  
  
  
  Check Related Tables:
  
  Investigate the relevant tax tables (e.g., T007, T007S) to ensure that they are populated correctly.
  You can use transaction code SE16 to view the contents of these tables.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings:
  
  If applicable, ensure that the country-specific tax settings are configured correctly for the relevant countries involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or updates that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ, FTXP, OB40, XD02, and XK02 for tax configuration and master data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax determination issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Testing: After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the tax code is now being determined correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration for further assistance.