How To Fix ACR_TW_VAT013 - File name is empty. Please maintain Tax Number 1 in Business Place.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACR_TW_VAT -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: File name is empty. Please maintain Tax Number 1 in Business Place.

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can maintain Tax Number 1 in the <ZK>Define Business Places</>
configuration step:
<ZK>Organization</> -> <ZK>Organization</> -> <ZK>Business Place</> ->
<ZK>Define Business Places</>

You can maintain Tax Number 1 in Customizing for <ZK>Cross-Application
Components</>:
<ZK>Cross-Application Components</> -> <ZK>General Application Functions
</> -> <ZK>Business Place</> -> <ZK>Define Business Places</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACR_TW_VAT013 - File name is empty. Please maintain Tax Number 1 in Business Place. ?

  The SAP error message ACR_TW_VAT013 indicates that there is an issue with the tax number configuration for a specific business place. The message specifically states that the "File name is empty" and prompts the user to maintain "Tax Number 1" in the business place settings.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The tax number for the specified business place has not been maintained or is missing in the system.
  The configuration for tax reporting or VAT processing is incomplete, leading to the system not being able to generate the necessary files for tax reporting.
  There may be a requirement for a specific tax number format or entry that has not been fulfilled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Business Place Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration for the business place where the error occurred. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Tax on Sales/Purchases ? Basic Settings ? Define Business Places.
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Tax Number:
  
  Select the relevant business place.
  Ensure that "Tax Number 1" is filled in with the appropriate tax number. This should be the tax identification number required for VAT reporting in your jurisdiction.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Tax Number Requirements:
  
  Depending on your country-specific settings, there may be additional tax numbers that need to be maintained. Ensure that all required tax numbers are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  After entering the tax number, validate the configuration to ensure that there are no other missing entries or errors.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  Once the tax number is maintained, try to execute the process that triggered the error again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on tax number requirements in your country.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax configurations.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct tax number to enter, consult with your finance or tax compliance team to ensure accuracy.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message ACR_TW_VAT013 and ensure that your tax reporting processes function correctly.