How To Fix BF00052 - Enter a CPF only in conjunction with a natural person

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Enter a CPF only in conjunction with a natural person

What causes this issue?

The CPF code is only permitted when the company is a sole proprietor.

System Response

The system does not permit an entry under CPF.

How to fix this error?

When a customer/vendor is not a sole proprietor, you can make an entry
under CGC, otherwise mark the customer/vendor as a sole proprietor.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00052 - Enter a CPF only in conjunction with a natural person ?

  The SAP error message BF00052, which states "Enter a CPF only in conjunction with a natural person," typically occurs in the context of Brazilian tax identification numbers. CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) is a Brazilian individual taxpayer registry identification that is required for natural persons (individuals) in Brazil.
  Cause:
  This error arises when a CPF is entered in a context where it is not applicable, such as when the system expects a legal entity (juridical person) instead of a natural person. The CPF should only be associated with individuals, and if the system detects that the entry is being made for a company or organization, it will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Verify the Context: Ensure that you are entering the CPF in the correct context. It should only be used for natural persons (individuals) and not for companies or legal entities.
  
  
  Check the Data Entry: Make sure that the data you are entering is correct. If you are trying to enter a CPF for a natural person, confirm that the person is indeed an individual and not a business entity.
  
  
  Use CNPJ for Legal Entities: If you are dealing with a legal entity (company), you should use the CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica) instead of CPF. CNPJ is the identification number for Brazilian companies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the data entry requirements, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines regarding the handling of CPF and CNPJ.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after verifying the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP and Brazilian tax regulations for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CPF: Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas, used for individuals in Brazil.
  CNPJ: Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica, used for companies in Brazil.
  SAP Modules: This error may be encountered in modules related to finance, tax reporting, or customer/vendor management where identification numbers are required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BF00052 error and ensure that the correct identification numbers are used in your SAP system.