How To Fix CVI_SYNC_TAX_NUMBER031 - Business partner &1 does not have any tax numbers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_SYNC_TAX_NUMBER - Error from synchronization of tax numbers

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not have any tax numbers

What causes this issue?

The business partner does not have any tax numbers, however, the
assigned vendor does have tax numbers.

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?

If you are synchronizing tax numbers from the vendor to the business
partner, no further action is necessary.
If you are synchronizing tax numbers from the business partner to the
vendor, there is a conflict. The synchronization will delete the tax
numbers for the vendor.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_SYNC_TAX_NUMBER031 - Business partner &1 does not have any tax numbers ?

  The SAP error message CVI_SYNC_TAX_NUMBER031 indicates that a business partner (BP) does not have any tax numbers assigned to it. This error typically arises during processes that require tax identification numbers, such as when synchronizing data between the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) and the Business Partner (BP) master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Numbers: The business partner in question has not been assigned any tax numbers in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with the synchronization process between the customer/vendor master data and the business partner data.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle tax numbers for business partners.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Tax Numbers:
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the specific business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  Go to the "Tax" tab or section of the business partner data.
  Enter the required tax numbers (e.g., VAT number, tax ID) as per the business requirements and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Synchronization Settings:
  
  Ensure that the synchronization settings between the customer/vendor master data and business partner data are correctly configured.
  You may need to check the settings in transaction CVI or related configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction BP to check if the business partner is correctly set up and if all required fields are filled out.
  Ensure that the business partner is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to CVI and business partner management for additional guidance on handling tax numbers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Master Data: Understanding how business partner data is structured in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the different roles and data segments.
  Tax Number Requirements: Different countries have different requirements for tax numbers. Ensure compliance with local regulations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), CVI (Customer-Vendor Integration), and OBD2 (for tax number configuration).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.