How To Fix CRM_BUPA_DIMA460 - Tax category &1 only exists in &2 for tax numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_DIMA - CRM BP-Specific Implementation 'Data Integrity Manager'

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Tax category &1 only exists in &2 for tax numbers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_DIMA460 - Tax category &1 only exists in &2 for tax numbers ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_DIMA460 indicates that there is an issue with the tax category associated with a tax number in the Business Partner (BP) data. Specifically, it means that the specified tax category exists only in a certain country or region, which may not be applicable for the current context or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Tax Category Assignment: The tax category assigned to the business partner may not be valid for the country or region where the transaction is being processed.
  Missing Configuration: The tax category may not be properly configured in the system for the relevant country or region.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data of the business partner, such as missing or incorrect tax numbers or categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the tax category is correctly defined for the relevant country or region.
  Ensure that the tax category is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Data:
  
  Access the Business Partner (BP) transaction and check the tax number and tax category assigned to the business partner.
  Make sure that the tax number is correctly linked to the appropriate tax category.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Information:
  
  If the tax category is incorrect, update the business partner's tax information to reflect the correct tax category that is valid for the country or region.
  If necessary, create or modify the tax category in the system to ensure it is available for the required country.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on tax category configurations and requirements for your region.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data or SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on tax category configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner data and configuration settings.
  
  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 SAP CRM and tax configurations.