How To Fix BUPA_ESOA011 - A relationship cannot contain both content of tax advisor and tax acct.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUPA_ESOA - Message Class for Business Partner Services

• Message number: 011

• Message text: A relationship cannot contain both content of tax advisor and tax acct.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUPA_ESOA011 - A relationship cannot contain both content of tax advisor and tax acct. ?

  The SAP error message BUPA_ESOA011 indicates that there is a conflict in the relationship data for a business partner (BP) where both a tax advisor and a tax account are being assigned to the same relationship. This is not allowed in the system, as each relationship can only contain one of these roles.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A business partner is being set up or modified, and both a tax advisor and a tax account are being assigned to the same relationship.
  There may be a configuration or data entry error where the system is trying to create or update a relationship that violates the business rules defined in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Relationships: Check the relationships assigned to the business partner in question. You can do this by navigating to the business partner's details in the SAP GUI or Fiori interface.
  
  
  Identify Conflicting Entries: Look for any entries that include both a tax advisor and a tax account. You will need to determine which one is appropriate for the relationship you are trying to establish.
  
  
  Modify Relationships:
  
  If both roles are present, decide which one should remain based on your business requirements.
  Remove the conflicting role from the relationship. This can typically be done in the business partner maintenance transaction (BP).
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and try to execute the action that triggered the error again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the roles or the implications of removing one, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that can be assigned to a business partner in SAP, such as tax advisor, tax account, customer, vendor, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to business partner relationships to ensure they align with your organization's requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the business partner relationships in SAP.