How To Fix CRM_TAX129 - Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined Country &3 and Region &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_TAX - CRM Tax Calculation Output

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined Country &3 and Region &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_TAX129 - Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined Country &3 and Region &4 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_TAX129 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Business Partner (BP) tax group in relation to a specific country and region. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid tax group for the specified business partner in the given country and region.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Group Configuration: The tax group for the specified business partner is not defined in the system for the given country and region.
  Incorrect Business Partner Data: The business partner may not have the correct tax information assigned.
  Country/Region Configuration: The country or region may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to find the tax group.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the business partner, such as incorrect country or region codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or the relevant configuration path) to check the tax group settings.
  Ensure that the tax group is defined for the specified country and region.
  
  
  
  Maintain Business Partner Data:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data.
  Verify that the tax information is correctly maintained for the business partner, including the tax group.
  
  
  
  Review Country and Region Settings:
  
  Ensure that the country and region are correctly set up in the system.
  Check the configuration for tax determination in the relevant country settings.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Tax Group:
  
  If the tax group does not exist, you may need to create it in the system.
  Ensure that the tax group is linked to the appropriate tax codes and is valid for the specified country and region.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration steps related to tax groups and business partners.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  OBYZ: Maintain Tax Groups
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Tax Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the tax configuration settings in SAP, as they can vary by country and region.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_TAX129 error and ensure that the business partner has the correct tax group defined for the specified country and region.