Do I need to set the VAT rate in each item configuration?

Scenario: I have different stock groups in my company. I want to configure a common VAT rate for all the items in a particular stock group. Do I need to set the VAT rate in each item configuration?

No, VAT rates can be configured at stock group level also.

To do this,

Go to Inventory Info > Stock Groups > Alter . Make Set/Alter VAT details as Yes.

In Tax Rate field, enter the VAT rate applicable for the stock group as shown below-

Enter the date from when this VAT rate is applicable in Applicable From field and accept the configurations.