How To Fix /BGLOCS/MC01002 - For a foreign customer the VAT number must be 9999999999.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BGLOCS/MC01 -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: For a foreign customer the VAT number must be 9999999999.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BGLOCS/MC01002 - For a foreign customer the VAT number must be 9999999999. ?

  The SAP error message /BGLOCS/MC01002 typically indicates an issue related to the VAT (Value Added Tax) number for foreign customers. This error occurs when the system expects a specific format or value for the VAT number, particularly for foreign customers, and it is not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid VAT Number Format: The error suggests that the VAT number for the foreign customer is not in the expected format. For foreign customers, the system may require a VAT number that consists of a specific number of digits (in this case, 10 digits).
  Missing VAT Number: The VAT number may not be entered at all for the foreign customer.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how VAT numbers are validated for foreign customers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check VAT Number: Ensure that the VAT number entered for the foreign customer is valid and follows the required format (10 digits). If the VAT number is not available, you may need to enter a placeholder or a valid number.
  Update Customer Master Data: Go to the customer master data in SAP and verify that the VAT number is correctly entered. You can do this using transaction codes like XD02 (Change Customer) or FD02 (Change Customer - Company Code).
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to VAT number validation in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  Tax Configuration: Ensure that the tax configuration for foreign customers is set up correctly.
  Country-Specific Settings: Check if there are any country-specific settings that might affect VAT number validation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling VAT numbers for foreign customers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom developments, there may be user exits or BAdIs (Business Add-Ins) that affect how VAT numbers are processed. Review these if applicable.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the VAT number is accepted as valid.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration.