How To Fix CMD_API082 - Customer &1, tax category &2: Enter exemption number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_API - Customer APIs

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Customer &1, tax category &2: Enter exemption number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_API082 - Customer &1, tax category &2: Enter exemption number ?

  The SAP error message CMD_API082 indicates that there is a missing exemption number for a customer in relation to a specific tax category. This error typically arises in scenarios where tax exemptions are applicable, and the system requires an exemption number to process transactions correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exemption Number: The customer has been assigned a tax category that requires an exemption number, but none has been provided in the customer master data.
  Incorrect Tax Category: The tax category assigned to the customer may not align with the expected exemptions, leading to the requirement for an exemption number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the tax determination process that require an exemption number for certain tax categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Exemption Number:
  
  Navigate to the customer master data (transaction code XD02 for general data or FD02 for company code data).
  Locate the relevant customer and tax category.
  Enter the appropriate exemption number in the designated field.
  
  
  
  Review Tax Category:
  
  Ensure that the tax category assigned to the customer is correct and appropriate for the business scenario.
  If necessary, consult with your tax department or compliance team to confirm the correct tax category and exemption requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the tax configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  If you have access, check the tax determination procedure to see if the exemption number is indeed required for the specified tax category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling tax exemptions and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD02 - Change Customer (General Data)
  FD02 - Change Customer (Company Code Data)
  VK11 - Create Condition (for tax conditions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on tax handling in your version of SAP.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to edit customer master data and tax information.
  
  
  Testing: After entering the exemption number, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the tax calculation is processed correctly.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_API082 error and ensure that the customer’s tax information is complete and accurate.