How To Fix CNTACT029 - Calculation procedure is not specified in country &1, wait 1 second...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNTACT - eCATT replacement -> ABAP class

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Calculation procedure is not specified in country &1, wait 1 second...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNTACT029 - Calculation procedure is not specified in country &1, wait 1 second... ?

  The SAP error message CNTACT029 indicates that the calculation procedure is not specified for a particular country in the system. This error typically arises in the context of tax calculations, particularly when dealing with country-specific tax regulations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the calculation procedure for the specified country has not been defined in the SAP system. This can happen if the system has not been properly configured for tax calculations for that country.
  Incorrect Country Code: The country code specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Calculation Procedure).
  Ensure that the calculation procedure is defined for the relevant country. If it is missing, you will need to create or assign a calculation procedure.
  
  
  
  Assign Calculation Procedure:
  
  If the calculation procedure is missing, you can assign an existing one or create a new one. Make sure to specify the correct country code and the relevant tax types.
  
  
  
  Verify Country Code:
  
  Double-check the country code being used in the transaction. Ensure that it matches the country codes defined in your system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the missing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on configuring tax calculation procedures for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBYZ: Configuration for tax calculation procedures.
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring tax calculation procedures.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved and that tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP tax configuration.