How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_API007 - Purchase tax indicator for country &1 cannot be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_API - Message Class for Sydney Material API Layer

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Purchase tax indicator for country &1 cannot be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API007 - Purchase tax indicator for country &1 cannot be maintained ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_API007 indicates that there is an issue with the purchase tax indicator for a specific country in the system. This error typically arises when trying to create or update material master records, particularly in the context of purchasing or procurement.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The purchase tax indicator for the specified country is not configured in the system. This can happen if the tax settings for that country have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Tax Code: The tax code being used may not be valid for the specified country or may not be properly set up in the system.
  Country-Specific Settings: There may be specific country settings that need to be configured in the system for the purchase tax indicator to be valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_API007 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Tax Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Codes).
  Verify that the purchase tax indicator for the specified country is correctly maintained. Ensure that the tax codes are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Purchase Tax Indicator:
  
  If the purchase tax indicator is missing, you will need to create or maintain it. This can be done in the same configuration area where you checked the tax codes.
  Ensure that the tax rates and other relevant details are correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the specific material you are trying to create or update. Ensure that the correct tax code is assigned in the purchasing view.
  You can use transaction code MM02 to modify the material master and check the purchasing data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the specific country’s tax requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or update of the material master again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Country-Specific Tax Regulations: Be aware of the tax regulations in the country you are working with, as they can affect how tax indicators are set up in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_API007 error and successfully maintain the purchase tax indicator for the specified country.