F5190 - Enter tax amount for & since calculation is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Enter tax amount for & since calculation is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5190 - Enter tax amount for & since calculation is not possible ?

  The SAP error message F5190, "Enter tax amount for & since calculation is not possible," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system is unable to automatically calculate the tax amount due to missing or incomplete information. This error is often encountered in the context of tax determination in accounts payable or accounts receivable processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Data: The tax amount is not specified for the transaction, and the system cannot derive it from the available data.
  Incorrect Tax Configuration: The tax codes or tax rates may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incomplete Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may lack necessary tax information.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not support automatic tax calculation.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: If the transaction involves multiple jurisdictions, the system may not be able to determine the correct tax rate.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Tax Amount Manually: If the system cannot calculate the tax, you may need to enter the tax amount manually in the relevant field.
  Check Tax Configuration: Review the tax codes and ensure that they are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the tax rates and the relevant tax jurisdiction settings.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the vendor or customer master data includes all necessary tax information, such as tax classification and tax numbers.
  Review Transaction Type: Verify that the transaction type you are processing is set up to allow for tax calculation. If not, consider using a different transaction type or adjusting the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates to the tax calculation functionality.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to tax configuration, such as OB40 (Define Tax Codes) and OBYZ (Define Tax Jurisdiction).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter tax amounts and modify tax-related configurations.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the F5190 error and proceed with your financial transactions in SAP.