How To Fix CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE081 - Tax code &1: Subj. from date cannot be greater than Subj. end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE - Message class for Draft persistency in Customer and Supplier

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Tax code &1: Subj. from date cannot be greater than Subj. end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE081 - Tax code &1: Subj. from date cannot be greater than Subj. end date ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE081 indicates that there is an issue with the tax code configuration in the Business Partner (BP) master data. Specifically, the error states that the "Subject from date" cannot be greater than the "Subject end date" for the specified tax code. This typically occurs when the validity period for a tax code is incorrectly set.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The "Subject from date" is set to a date that is later than the "Subject end date." This can happen if the dates were entered incorrectly during the configuration of the tax code.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the Business Partner, the user may have inadvertently entered the dates in the wrong order.
  System Configuration Issue: There may be a misconfiguration in the tax code settings within the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Validity Dates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant tax code configuration in the SAP system.
  Verify the "Subject from date" and "Subject end date" for the tax code in question.
  Ensure that the "Subject from date" is earlier than or equal to the "Subject end date."
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct validity period.
  Save the changes and re-attempt the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Data:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation or modification of a Business Partner, review the input data for any discrepancies in the tax code dates.
  Make necessary adjustments to ensure that the dates are in the correct order.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on tax code configuration and Business Partner management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner) or OBYZ (for tax code configuration) to access the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to tax code configuration or Business Partner management that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to tax codes and Business Partner data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration and Business Partner management.