How To Fix CRM_TAX130 - Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined in Country &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_TAX - CRM Tax Calculation Output

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined in Country &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_TAX130 - Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined in Country &3 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_TAX130 indicates that there is an issue with the tax group configuration for a business partner in a specific country. The message typically reads: "Business Partner Tax Group &2 &1 not defined in Country &3." This means that the system is unable to find the specified tax group for the business partner in the given country.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Group Definition: The tax group for the business partner is not defined in the system for the specified country.
  Incorrect Configuration: The tax group may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the business partner.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the business partner's tax group or country information.
  Country-Specific Settings: The tax group may not be applicable or set up for the specific country in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Tax Group:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings (usually in SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for tax configuration (e.g., Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Define Tax Groups).
  Ensure that the tax group in question is defined for the specified country.
  
  
  
  Assign Tax Group to Business Partner:
  
  Access the business partner master data (transaction code BP).
  Check the tax information section and ensure that the correct tax group is assigned to the business partner.
  If necessary, update the tax group to a valid one that is defined for the country.
  
  
  
  Check Country-Specific Settings:
  
  Verify that the tax group is applicable for the country in question.
  If the tax group is not relevant for that country, consider using a different tax group that is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries for any typos or incorrect values in the business partner's tax group and country fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or requirements related to tax groups in your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data and SPRO for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, test the business partner transactions to ensure that the error is resolved and that tax calculations are functioning correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_TAX130 error and ensure that the business partner's tax group is correctly defined and assigned.