How To Fix CNVA_20290_CHECK119 - Reference company code has tax postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVA_20290_CHECK - Message class for company code merge preanalysis

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Reference company code has tax postings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK119 - Reference company code has tax postings ?

  The SAP error message CNVA_20290_CHECK119 indicates that there are tax postings in the reference company code that are preventing a certain operation from being completed. This error typically arises during processes such as intercompany transactions, where the system checks for tax-related postings in the reference company code.
  Cause:
  
  Tax Postings Exist: The primary cause of this error is that there are existing tax postings in the reference company code that need to be addressed before proceeding with the transaction.
  Intercompany Transactions: This error often occurs in intercompany scenarios where one company code is referencing another, and the system detects tax-related entries that are not aligned or need to be cleared.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues related to tax settings or intercompany settings that are causing the system to flag these postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Tax Postings: Check the reference company code for any existing tax postings. You can do this by running reports or using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the relevant documents.
  Clear Tax Postings: If there are tax postings that are no longer needed or are incorrect, consider reversing or clearing them. This may involve creating reversing entries or adjusting the tax codes used in the postings.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, review the tax configuration settings in the reference company code. Ensure that the tax codes and intercompany settings are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking postings and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate postings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Intercompany Settings: Review the intercompany settings in your SAP system, particularly in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules, to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.