How To Fix ARBERP_CFG013 - Enter a valid combination of country and tax code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_CFG - Message class for ARBERP_CFG Customizing Views

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Enter a valid combination of country and tax code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_CFG013 - Enter a valid combination of country and tax code ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_CFG013, which states "Enter a valid combination of country and tax code," typically occurs when there is an issue with the tax configuration in the system. This error indicates that the combination of the country and tax code entered does not exist or is not valid in the system's configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Tax Code: The tax code entered does not exist for the specified country in the tax configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The tax code may not be configured for the specific country in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code entered may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the tax code or country code.
  Inactive Tax Code: The tax code may be inactive or not applicable for the transaction being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Tax Code and Country:
  
  Check the tax code and ensure it is valid for the specified country. You can do this by navigating to the tax configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (for tax codes) or OB40 (for country-specific tax settings) to review the tax code configuration for the relevant country.
  Ensure that the tax code is properly defined and active for the country in question.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries for any typographical errors in the tax code or country code.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have access to the configuration settings, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team to ensure that the tax codes are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the tax code is new or recently changed, ensure that all relevant master data (such as vendor or customer records) is updated to reflect the correct tax code.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Codes
  OB40: Maintain Tax Codes by Country
  OBD2: Define Tax Calculation Procedure
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on tax configuration and management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to tax configuration that may affect your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARBERP_CFG013 error and ensure that the correct tax codes are applied in your SAP system.