How To Fix CRM_TAX101 - Tax jurisdiction code is not required for country &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_TAX - CRM Tax Calculation Output

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Tax jurisdiction code is not required for country &

What causes this issue?

The tax jurisdiction code describes the way tax is calculated for a
particular address. It is typically used in countries such as the USA,
Canada, Brazil and India, that also have regional and local taxes
(sales taxes or VAT).
You have tried to maintain a tax jurisdiction code for an address that
does not require it or the country is not configured to allow
jurisdiction codes to be maintained for its address.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

1. Check whether the country is relevant for taxes based on
jurisdiction codes.
2. If yes, maintain assignment of the country to a partner for external
tax calculation (table CRMC_TAX_JP).
3. If no, it is recommended to remove the tax jurisdiction code entry
from the address.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_TAX101 - Tax jurisdiction code is not required for country & ?

  The SAP error message CRM_TAX101 indicates that a tax jurisdiction code is not required for a specific country in the context of tax determination in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically arises when the system expects a tax jurisdiction code to be provided, but the country in question does not require one.
  Cause:
  
  Country-Specific Tax Regulations: Some countries do not require a tax jurisdiction code for tax calculations. If the system is configured to expect a jurisdiction code for such countries, it will trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: The tax configuration in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading the system to incorrectly expect a jurisdiction code.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter a jurisdiction code for a country that does not require it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Country Settings: Verify the tax settings for the specific country in the SAP system. Ensure that the country is correctly configured to indicate whether a tax jurisdiction code is required.
  Review Tax Configuration: Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the tax configuration settings. Check the settings under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Jurisdiction Codes.
  Ensure that the jurisdiction code requirement is correctly set for the relevant countries.
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Ensure that users are trained to enter data correctly and are aware of which countries require a jurisdiction code and which do not.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific country tax requirements and jurisdiction code usage.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that tax calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Jurisdiction Codes: These codes are used in some countries to determine the applicable tax rates based on specific regions or jurisdictions within the country.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on tax jurisdiction codes.
  User Training: Consider providing training sessions for users involved in data entry to minimize errors related to tax jurisdiction codes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.